What does atavist mean?
Atavist means A genetic characteristic emerging after an absence from several generations..
Atavist
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
A genetic characteristic emerging after an absence from several generations..
Definitions by Sense
- A genetic characteristic emerging after an absence from several generations.
- A person of atavistic beliefs or habits.
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Synonyms for atavist
Antonyms for atavist
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Word Forms
- atavists
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What is a synonym for atavist?
Common synonyms include throwback.
What is the opposite of atavist?
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How do you use atavist in a sentence?
Use atavist where its definition matches the intended context.
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