How do you pronounce atavism?

atavism is pronounced as /ˈætəvɪzəm/.

🧬atavism

noun

/ˈætəvɪzəm/

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

A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another using 'like' or 'as'.

a person who steals property from others, often using force or threat

the process of reasoning or logical thinking

A religious or philosophical belief system that seeks direct knowledge of the mysteries of life and...

Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.

a set of circumstances in which one finds oneself; a state of affairs