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primitive
01
primitiv, de demult
characteristic of an early stage of human or animal evolution
Example
The cave paintings depict the life of primitive man.
Fossils of primitive animals give insight into Earth's early history.
The discovery of primitive plants helped scientists understand ancient ecosystems.
02
primitiv, elementar
related or belonging to a society or way of life without modern industry, etc.
Example
The tribe continues to live a primitive lifestyle, relying on hand-made tools and natural resources.
The explorers were fascinated by the primitive customs they encountered on the island.
The primitive community had no access to electricity or running water.
03
primitiv, de bază
basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements
Example
The primitive tools, consisting of simple stone implements, were used by early humans for hunting and gathering.
The primitive cooking methods involved roasting food over an open flame.
Her primitive shelter, constructed from branches and leaves, provided basic protection from the elements.
Example
The artist adopted a primitive style, using bold colors and basic shapes.
Primitive art often focuses on emotional expression rather than technical precision.
The primitive sculptures had a rough, unrefined quality that conveyed raw energy.
05
primitiv, elementar
(of behavior or feelings) instinctual, originating from unconscious needs or desires
Example
Fear triggered a primitive response, making him act without thinking.
The fight-or-flight reaction is a primitive instinct shared by humans and animals.
In moments of danger, primitive survival instincts take over.
Primitive
01
primitiv, rădăcină
a base word or root from which other words are historically derived or formed
Example
Linguists study primitives to trace the evolution of languages.
The primitive form of the word gives insight into its original meaning.
Many English words can be traced back to Latin primitives.
02
primitiv, funcție primitivă
an algebraic or geometric expression or curve from which a related expression, like a polar or reciprocal, is derived
Example
The original equation served as the primitive for deriving more complex functions.
In this geometric study, the primitive curve was used to calculate its reciprocal.
The polar curve was obtained by transforming the primitive expression.
03
primitiv, om primitiv
a person who belongs to an early or undeveloped society
Old useExample
The archaeologists discovered the remains of a Stone Age primitive.
The cave paintings were believed to be created by primitives living thousands of years ago.
Early primitives relied on simple tools and hunting techniques for survival.
04
primitiv, artist primitiv
an artist who creates artwork that is simple and unrefined, often resembling the style of a child's drawings
Example
As a primitive, the artist favored bold lines and bright colors over realistic details.
The primitive ’s paintings captured a raw, emotional quality, despite their simple forms.
She admired the work of primitives for their unpolished yet expressive approach to art.
4.1
primitiv, artă primitivă
a work of art that displays a simple, unrefined style, with basic forms and minimal detail
Example
The exhibition featured several primitives, each with a charmingly naive style.
This primitive captures the essence of the subject with simple lines and bright colors.
Collectors value primitives for their raw, unaffected approach to painting.
05
primitiv, artist primitiv
an artist from the period before the Renaissance, characterized by a simpler, more symbolic style
Example
The museum exhibited works by Italian primitives from the 14th century.
Primitives focused on religious themes with less emphasis on realism and perspective.
The art of the primitives laid the groundwork for the advancements of the Renaissance.
5.1
primitiv, artă primitivă
an example of artwork from the period before the Renaissance, often characterized by its symbolic, flat style and lack of perspective
Example
The gallery displayed several primitives, including early religious frescoes.
This primitive shows the stylistic simplicity common before the Renaissance.
Scholars consider these primitives to be essential in understanding medieval art.
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prime
Noun
primitive
Adjective
primitively
Adverb
primitively
Adverb
primitiveness
Noun
primitiveness
Noun
Cuvinte Apropiate
