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Definition & Meaning of "primitive"in English

primitive
01

characteristic of an early stage of human or animal evolution

primitive definition and meaning
Examples
The cave paintings depict the life of primitive man.
02

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

primitive definition and meaning
Examples
The tribe continues to live a primitive lifestyle, relying on hand-made tools and natural resources.
03

basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements

Examples
The primitive tools, consisting of simple stone implements, were used by early humans for hunting and gathering.
04

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

Examples
The artist adopted a primitive style, using bold colors and basic shapes.
05

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

Examples
Fear triggered a primitive response, making him act without thinking.
Primitive
01

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

Examples
The word " run " is a primitive from which many other forms, like " runner " and " running, " are derived.
02

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

Examples
The original equation served as the primitive for deriving more complex functions.
03

a person who belongs to an early or undeveloped society

Old use
Examples
The archaeologists discovered the remains of a Stone Age primitive.
04

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

Examples
As a primitive, the artist favored bold lines and bright colors over realistic details.
4.1

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

Examples
The exhibition featured several primitives, each with a charmingly naive style.
05

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

Examples
The museum exhibited works by Italian primitives from the 14th century.
5.1

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

Examples
The gallery displayed several primitives, including early religious frescoes.
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