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 |
|---|---|
| tinge | a slight staining or suffusing shade or color |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| succor | relief |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| conducive | tending to promote or assist |
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| talisman | an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |
| daunt | to lessen the courage of : cow |
| hovel | an open shed or shelter |