embryonic
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7.2
- adjective
- /ˌɛm.briˈɑ.nɪk/
:
embrionario
- Their plans for expansion are embryonic, as they have just begun to assess market opportunities.
- embryonic stage
- embryonic development
- embryonic cells
I love the fact that there are still questions that are so embryonic because, you know, I suspect it's the same with you.
- I love the fact that there are still questions that are so embryonic because, you know, I suspect it's the same with you.
- OK, It's I don't know the story of of the Wrestler as far as and how it came from, you know, embryonic idea to how it got to Darren Aronofsky.
- And it was this embryonic group of guys that were all roommates and they were all together on multiple platoons.
- And I think we may be hopefully in the embryonic stages of seeing that occur.
Examples
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Since COA is in its embryonic stage, numerous problems and research issues are bound to arise.
Academic text (1999) -
While APEC is currently an embryonic organization, it could gradually be transformed into a policy coordinating body.
Academic text (1991) -
But it was only in its embryonic stage then.
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At this time, research in these areas is in its embryonic stage.
Academic text (1999) -
The country's tourism sector is still in an embryonic stage, but we are taking concrete steps to make it a reality.
Academic text (2010) -
The enthusiasm and financial support of the Medici were, at best, still in an embryonic state in 1418.
Academic text (2015) -
"The market is just starting; it's almost embryonic," said Rui Campos, CEO of the four-year-old insurance company Global Seguros.
Academic text (2010) -
The technology is still embryonic, but it has the potential to revolutionize the industry.
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The startup is in its embryonic phases, focusing on product development and testing.
Synonyms
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8.1
Beginning to exist and showing signs of future growth
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3.0
Not fully grown, like a young plant or animal
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4.2
Ideas or skills not fully formed and needing more work
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4.3
Not grown enough to reach the normal size, skill, or quality
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1.1
Just created or started very recently
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9.3
Relating to the early stage before birth or hatching
At an early stage, just beginning to form
In an early stage and not fully developed
Relating to embryos and their early growth before birth or hatching
About an early stage when a plan or idea is not yet developed
Similar in shape or development to an early embryo
Something that causes new growth or new ideas
Compounds
- Specialized
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4.1
A study of cells taken from early human embryos to develop medical treatments
- Specialized
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4.4
A process in which a very early baby forms and grows before birth
- Specialized
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5.5
An early part of an animal or plant's life when it is still very small
How Developed
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word embryonic comes from embryo, a word for a very young life. That's why calling an idea or project embryonic means it is just beginning and not yet developed.