Atavistic
EN→ZH
What Does Atavistic Mean?
- 返祖的
- 原始的
- 旧式的
Atavistic Pronunciation
/ˌæt.əˈvɪs.tɪk/
Atavistic Definition
adjective
Definition
relating to or characterized by reversion to something ancient or ancestral
In ZH
与回归古代或祖先特征有关的
How to Use Atavistic in a Sentence
- The atavistic instincts of survival kicked in during the crisis.
- His atavistic fear of the dark made him hesitate to enter the cave.
- Some critics argue that the atavistic elements in her writing reflect a longing for a simpler past.
- The atavistic nature of the festival revealed traditions that had been lost over time.
- He exhibited atavistic behavior when facing the unfamiliar situation.