primeval

Meanings

• adjective

  belonging or relating to the beginning of the world or to a time before civilization; fundamental or basic

  - "The primeval forests of South America are home to many unique species."
  - "The primeval ooze gave birth to the first life forms on Earth."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with primeval
javel , avel , levelled , heavel , revel , devil , rival , travel , stable , gravel

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Variants

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primeval , primevally

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Etymology

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from the Latin word 'primaevus', meaning 'first' or 'beginning'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'primeval' is often used to describe the early stages of the universe in scientific contexts.

2. The Primeval Forest in Malaysia is a protected area and is home to many rare and endangered species.

3. The Primeval Bones, discovered in South Africa, are some of the oldest known human remains in the world.

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Related Concepts

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1. prehistoric: Refers to the time before written history or the period before the development of human civilizations. Primeval and prehistoric are closely related concepts as both refer to the early stages of existence.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'primeval' is often used to describe unspoiled and untouched natural environments. It can also refer to the earliest stages of human civilization or existence. In art, the concept of the primeval has been explored through various mediums, such as paintings of prehistoric landscapes and sculptures of ancient deities.

How to Memorize "primeval"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a dense, untouched forest with towering trees and vibrant foliage. Visualize the sound of birds chirping and the gentle flow of a nearby stream.
   - Think about the feeling of standing in a primeval forest, surrounded by nature and away from modern civilization.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'primeval' with the idea of the earliest stages of existence.
   - Think of the term 'primeval' as referring to something that is fundamental and basic.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'PRIME' to remember the meaning of primeval: P - Prehistoric, R - Raw, I - Innocent, M - Majestic, E - Elemental.

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