caveman
3 synonyms for caveman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A prehistoric human popularly imagined as living in caves.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use caveman
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
caveman diet
act like a caveman
caveman mentality
Etymology
From cave + man, based on the idea that early humans lived in caves.
Full origin of caveman →Frequently asked questions
What does “caveman” mean?
The word “caveman” means a prehistoric human popularly imagined as living in caves. In plain terms, a prehistoric cave-dweller, or, informally, someone with crude or outdated attitudes.
How do you pronounce “caveman”?
“Caveman” is pronounced KAYV-man (/ˈkeɪvˌmæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “caveman” in a sentence?
Here is “caveman” used in a sentence: “He still has caveman views about who should do the housework.”
What is another word for “caveman”?
Words with a similar meaning to “caveman” include male chauvinist and Neanderthal.
What part of speech is “caveman”?
“Caveman” is a noun.
How many meanings does “caveman” have?
“Caveman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a prehistoric human popularly imagined as living in caves.
