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British pronunciation/pɹˈɪmɪtˌɪv/
American pronunciation/ˈpɹɪmətɪv/, /ˈpɹɪmɪtɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "primitive"

primitive
01

characteristic of an early stage of human or animal evolution

primitive definition and meaning
02

related or belonging to a society or way of life without modern industry, etc.

primitive definition and meaning
03

basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements

04

(of an art style) simple and naive, intentionally avoiding refined techniques

05

(of behavior or feelings) instinctual, originating from unconscious needs or desires

Primitive
01

a base word or root from which other words are historically derived or formed

02

an algebraic or geometric expression or curve from which a related expression, like a polar or reciprocal, is derived

03

a person who belongs to an early or undeveloped society

04

an artist who creates artwork that is simple and unrefined, often resembling the style of a child's drawings

4.1

a work of art that displays a simple, unrefined style, with basic forms and minimal detail

05

an artist from the period before the Renaissance, characterized by a simpler, more symbolic style

5.1

an example of artwork from the period before the Renaissance, often characterized by its symbolic, flat style and lack of perspective

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Primitive man relied on basic survival skills, such as hunting and gathering.
Fossils of primitive animals give insight into Earth's early history.
The island's ecosystem still contains primitive species that have remained unchanged for centuries.
The cave paintings depict the life of primitive man.
The discovery of primitive plants helped scientists understand ancient ecosystems.
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