Synonyms for atavistic
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Of the recurrence of a trait reappearing after an absence of one or more generations due to a chance recombination of genes.
Example sentences
- regressive A tariff is a regressive tax on consumers.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| atavistic | rising | |
| regressive | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 10 letters
- regressive3
- 11 letters
- atavistical
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (regressive3 = 3 syllables).