Synonyms of rudiments

rudiments

plural noun

ˈrü-də-mənt 

as in principles

general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based

learned the rudiments of mathematics

Synonyms & Similar Words

• principles
• elements
• grammar
• basics
• fundamentals
• basis
• essentials
• foundation
• alphabet
• philosophy
• law
• rule
• ABC(s)
• doctrine
• groundwork
• bedrock
• cornerstone
• underpinning
• keystone
• belief
• nitty-gritty
• precept
• axiom
• tenet
• dogma
• theorem
• standard
• canon
• faith

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• details
• trivia