noun
atavist
Atavist (noun) means a trait that reappears in a family line after skipping several generations.
noun
1
A trait that reappears in a family line after skipping several generations.
2
Someone whose beliefs or habits seem to belong to an earlier, more primitive time.
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What is the meaning of atavist?
"atavist" (noun) means a trait that reappears in a family line after skipping several generations.
What is another word for atavist?
Other words for "atavist" include throwback.
What are the different meanings of atavist?
"atavist" has 2 main meanings: 1. A trait that reappears in a family line after skipping several generations; 2. Someone whose beliefs or habits seem to belong to an earlier, more primitive time.
