(noun, adjective)


1. relating to or being an element

- elemental sulphur

2. relating to severe atmospheric conditions

- a race against hail or cold rains or some other elemental catastrophe

3. of or being the essential or basic part

- an elementary need for love and nurturing

Similar word(s): basic, basal, elementary, primary


1. (fantasy) A creature (usually a spirit) that is attuned with, or composed of, one of the classical elements: air, earth, fire and water. They sometimes have unique proper names and sometimes are referred to as Air, Earth, Fire, or Water.