as in elementary
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
an abecedarian approach to historical study
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as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
abecedarians soon learn that martial arts have a spiritual as well as physical side
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abecedarian
Adjective
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Since 2019, Hawkins has led Student Support Services in Valparaiso including special education and social workers after beginning her career as an elementary teacher in 2001.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025 -
Debates over integration are far from settled Last year, before President Trump took office, Concordia Parish rejected a Justice Department plan that would have ended its case if the district combined several majority white and majority Black elementary and middle schools.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
Noun
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Gear that is more accessible to novices, social media posts from beautiful locales and a false sense of security carrying a cellphone creates may all be playing a role here.—
Amanda Loudin,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Beginners and families can warm up on the .25-mile Gold Bug Loop, while novice riders looking to improve their freeride skills can cruise down Tommyknocker (5.8 miles).—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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The drones and their release systems had to be tested in these demanding conditions to validate their ability to carry out the basic components of the mission.—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The basic premise was that given the seriousness of the issues at hand, the heads of State themselves needed to work out a coordinated strategy.—
Robert Hormats,
Time,
10 June 2025
Noun
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Wilton also offers a variety of beginner to advanced courses, along with plenty of easy decorating hacks on their social media.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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The maestro John Derian has a lot of warm how-to videos for beginners.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Although contemporary smart assistants such as Alexa or Google Assistant can manage rudimentary household commands—like turning on lights or checking the weather—agentic AI signifies a profound shift.—
Sandeep Shivam,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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These pioneers used rudimentary plows, but when steel plows became available farmers were able to plant and harvest much more food per acre to feed a growing population.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2025
Noun
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The main entry door features a custom graphic design element drawn from the archival Gordon Leaf mural pattern, which Wright commissioned his apprentice and secretary, Eugene Masselink, to create in 1956 for House Beautiful editor Elizabeth Gordon.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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The inside of the entry door showcases the Gordon Leaf Mural Wright prepared by Wright's apprentice and secretary Eugene Masselink, a theme mirrored in other areas throughout the interior.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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The week of June 23, the full introductory collection will be available on both Nrgy’s and Revo’s websites, then roll out to select brick-and-mortar retailers.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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After his introductory remarks, Valenzuela welcomed record producer, DJ, filmmaker, and rapper Steven Ellison, who creates under the name Flying Lotus.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Conversely, this set-up will help the newcomers into Antwerp to understand their role in the value chain.—
Gemma A. Williams,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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This followed the biggest casting of them all, the three young leads, who will be played by newcomers Dominic McLaughlin (Harry Potter), Alastair Stout (Ron Weasley) and Arabella Stanton (Hermione Granger) in the HBO franchise that is set to run for a decade.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
9 June 2025
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“Abecedarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abecedarian. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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