noun as in strong fondness

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rudiment, germ

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Example:The rudiments of the new educational program were being tested in several schools.

Definition:The earliest stage of a process, idea, or development; a primitive and essential part or feature.

From rudiment

Example:The germ of a great idea emerged from his conversation with Alice.

Definition:The early stage of something, especially an idea or a plan, that is in the process of development.

From germ