What does 'atavistic' mean?
Atavistic (adjective): Relating to or characterized by reversion to something ancient or ancestral. Derived from the Latin atavus, meaning 'ancestor,' it describes traits or behaviors that resurface from a distant past.

Discover the meaning of 'atavistic' in this quirky, quick-paced episode! From ancestral instincts to fun facts, we explore it all. Learn how 'atavistic' ties to your ancestors, biology, and even criminology. Plus, enjoy a hilarious skit featuring a museum director with a prehistoric problem!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Discover the definition and Latin roots of 'atavistic.'

• Uncover biological examples, like eye color or red hair.

• Explore criminology’s historical use of atavism.

• Learn why atavism has a negative connotation in social sciences.

• Understand the difference between 'atavism' and 'atavistic.'

Skit Highlights

• Jay’s obsession with model dinosaurs and dinner rolls takes a primitive turn.

• Elle’s witty comeback about ancestral instincts sets the tone for today’s word.

Listener Challenge

What atavistic traits or behaviors do you think you have? Share your thoughts in a review or on social media using #NerdWordThePodcast!

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Tags

• Vocabulary Podcast

• What Does Atavistic Mean?

• Atavistic Etymology

• Fun Word Facts

• Educational Podcast

• Edutainment

• What does atavistic mean in biology?

• Examples of atavistic traits in criminology.

• Fun and quirky vocabulary podcast.