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atavism

noun

/ˈætəvɪzəm/

Meaning

The recurrence of traits or characteristics from a remote ancestor.

The scientist noted atavism in the child’s physical features.

reversion, throwback, regression, recurrence

progress, advancement, innovation

atavism in biology, cultural atavism, atavism observed

the thick white or pale yellow fatty liquid that rises to the top of milk

The action of getting rid of something unwanted or unpleasant.

The ability to control your thoughts and actions in order to achieve what you want to do.

The force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth, or toward any other physical body hav...

Lack of progress, decline, inactivity.

The firmness of purpose; the act of deciding something firmly.