embryonic (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɛmbriˈɒnɪk/

Definition

In an early, undeveloped, or formative state.

Examples

• The project is currently in an embryonic phase and requires significant development.

• She had an embryonic idea for a novel that would eventually become a bestseller.

• The country's democratic institutions were still embryonic after the revolution.

Synonyms of embryonic

Words with a similar meaning to embryonic:

• early
• nascent
• incipient
• rudimentary

Antonyms of embryonic

Words with the opposite meaning to embryonic:

• mature
• advanced

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