primitive — relating to an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɪmɪtɪv/
Example Sentences
- My camping experience was so primitive that I felt like a caveman trying to make fire with two sticks.
- The primitive computer from the 1980s looks like a dinosaur compared to today's smartphones.
- Scientists discovered primitive microorganisms in the ancient rock formations.
primitive
ADJECTIVE[/ˈprɪmɪtɪv/]
relating to an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something
Early humans survived with primitive stone tools and fire.
Primitive shelters offered only the most basic protection from nature. (🪨 Stone Age + 🛖 Simple Life → Primitive)
Primitive ideas became creative inventions that eventually led to innovative technology.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'primitivus' meaning 'first' or 'original,' derived from 'primus' (first). The word entered English through Old French to describe something in an early or original state.
Breakdown
prim- (first, from Latin primus) + -itive (adjective suffix, from Latin -ivus) = primitive
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My camping experience was so primitive that I felt like a caveman trying to make fire with two sticks.”
“The primitive computer from the 1980s looks like a dinosaur compared to today's smartphones.”
“Scientists discovered primitive microorganisms in the ancient rock formations.”
“His primitive cooking skills resulted in burnt toast and raw eggs for breakfast.”
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