atavistic (Meaning)

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atavistic (s)

characteristic of an atavist

The atavistic fear of the dark gripped him as he ventured into the dimly lit alley.
His atavistic instincts kicked in when he encountered the growling dog, prompting him to flee.
In moments of crisis, people often exhibit atavistic behaviors rooted in primal survival instincts.
The atavistic rituals performed by the tribe harkened back to ancient times, honoring their ancestors.
Despite being in a civilized society, she couldn't shake off the atavistic urge to hunt for her own food.
The atavistic rage surged within him as he witnessed the injustice, driving him to take action.
The sight of blood triggered an atavistic response, causing her heart to race and palms to sweat.
In times of scarcity, humans may resort to atavistic methods of competition for resources.
The atavistic bond between mother and child is deeply rooted in our evolutionary history.
Despite the technological advancements, the atavistic longing for connection to nature remains strong in many individuals.

characteristic of an atavist

out-of-date, former, fossilized, outworn, prehistorical, prehistoric, superannuated, outdated, bygone, past

recent,modern, modern, new, recent, present-day, contemporary, current, current, present-day

The atavistic fear of the dark gripped him as he ventured into the dimly lit alley.

His atavistic instincts kicked in when he encountered the growling dog, prompting him to flee.

In moments of crisis, people often exhibit atavistic behaviors rooted in primal survival instincts.

The atavistic rituals performed by the tribe harkened back to ancient times, honoring their ancestors.