elemental

/ˌɛləˈmɛntəl/
noun
  1. A spirit or creature associated with a natural element (earth, air, fire, or water).
    • The game features elementals that control the weather.
    • Legends speak of water elementals living in deep lakes.
    • In the fantasy novel, the hero summoned an elemental of fire.
adjective
  1. Relating to the basic or most important parts of something; fundamental.
    • Trust is an elemental part of any friendship.
    • She explained the elemental rules of the game to the new players.
    • The course covers the elemental principles of physics.
  2. Relating to the forces of nature, especially the four classical elements (earth, air, fire, water).
    • The painting captured the elemental power of the ocean.
    • Ancient cultures worshipped elemental spirits of wind and rain.
    • The storm had an elemental fury that terrified the villagers.
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