Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rudiments
noun
/ˈruː.dɪ.mənts/
Definition
The basic principles or elements of a subject or skill.
Examples
- The rudiments of mathematics include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Before playing the piano, one must learn the rudiments of music theory.
Meaning
Rudiments refer to the fundamental aspects that serve as the foundation for further knowledge or skills in a particular discipline.
Synonyms
- Basics
- Foundations
- Principles
- Fundamentals
- Essentials
