endemic
5 synonyms and 6 antonyms for endemic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Native to, or regularly found only in, a particular place.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use endemic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
endemic species
endemic disease
endemic to a region
Etymology
From Ancient Greek en- ("in") plus dēmos ("people"), via French endémique — literally "among the people."
Full origin of endemic →Frequently asked questions
What does “endemic” mean?
The word “endemic” means native to, or regularly found only in, a particular place. In plain terms, something that belongs naturally to, or is constantly present in, one specific place or group.
How do you pronounce “endemic”?
“Endemic” is pronounced ehn-DEHM-ihk (/ɛnˈdɛm.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “endemic” in a sentence?
Here is “endemic” used in a sentence: “The kiwi is a bird endemic to New Zealand.”
What is the opposite of “endemic”?
The opposite of “endemic” — its antonyms — are alien, introduced and systemic.
What part of speech is “endemic”?
“Endemic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “endemic” come from?
The word “endemic” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek en- ("in") plus dēmos ("people"), via French endémique — literally "among the people.".
Is “endemic” a common word?
“Endemic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “endemic” have?
“Endemic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: native to, or regularly found only in, a particular place.
