GRE Word List
ATAVISM
recurrence in an organism of a trait or character typical of an ancestral form and usually due to genetic recombination
The meaning of the word atavism is recurrence in an organism of a trait or character typical of an ancestral form and usually due to genetic recombination.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inveigh | to protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| hoard | a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away |
| bate | to reduce the force or intensity of : restrain |
| legislature | a body of persons having the power to legislate |
| adept | thoroughly proficient : expert |
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| flippant | lacking proper respect or seriousness |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |