embryonic — relating to an embryo; in the earliest stage of development
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to an embryo; in the earliest stage of development
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌembrɪˈɒnɪk/
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills are still embryonic - I can barely make instant noodles without burning them!
- The company's embryonic AI technology shows great promise for the future.
- His embryonic plan to become a superhero involved wearing underwear outside his pants.
embryonic
ADJECTIVE[/ˌembrɪˈɒnɪk/]
relating to an embryo; in the earliest stage of development
The startup is still in its embryonic stage — just sketches on napkins.
Embryonic life awakens with sonic waves, ending chronic delays!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'embryon' meaning 'that which grows within' or 'young one.' Ancient Greeks used this term to describe the early stages of life developing inside the womb.
Breakdown
em- (in/within) + bryo- (to swell/grow) + -ic (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to')
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📝Examples
“My cooking skills are still embryonic - I can barely make instant noodles without burning them!”
“The company's embryonic AI technology shows great promise for the future.”
“His embryonic plan to become a superhero involved wearing underwear outside his pants.”
“Embryonic stem cell research has opened new possibilities in medicine.”
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