elementary

The word “elementary” has 5 syllables: el-e-men-ta-ry

It's pronounced as /ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəri/


What is synonym and antonym for elementary?

In the thesaurus, “elementary” has 4 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for elementary along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for elementary

  • basic
  • fundamental
  • introductory
  • rudimentary

Antonyms for elementary

  • advanced
  • complex

Meanings of elementary

  • noun
    1. An elementary school.
    2. (mysticism) A supernatural being which is associated with the elements.
  • adjective
    1. Relating to the basic, essential or fundamental part of something.
    2. Relating to an elementary school.
    3. Relating to a subatomic particle.
    4. Sublunary; not celestial; belonging to the sublunary sphere, to which the four classical elements (earth, air, fire and water) were confined; composed of or pertaining to these four elements.

Example Sentences

  • The school offers elementary education for children aged 5 to 12.
  • The teacher explained the elementary concepts of math to the young students.
  • The book provided an elementary overview of the subject for beginners.
  • She showed an elementary understanding of the topic during the discussion.
  • The elementary steps in the recipe were easy to follow for a beginner cook.

On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elementary, such as: advanced, basic, complex, fundamental, introductory, rudimentary.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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elemental

  • basic
  • elementary
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kindergarten

  • common school
  • day-care center
  • elementary school
  • grammar school
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  • junior high school
  • middle school
  • nursery school
  • primary school
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kindergartens

  • academies
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magnet school

  • charter school
  • common school
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  • high school
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