atavism

Example:The flowers of the reclusive gardener displayed unusual colors due to an atavistic trait, which probably meant they were related to an older species.

Definition:An individual who exhibits an atavistic trait or tendency.

Example:Some critics view his latest work as atavistic, returning to a simpler, more primitive aesthetic without the sophistication of his earlier pieces.

Definition:Pertaining to, or characterized by, atavism; backward, primitive, or uncivilized.

Example:The atavism tendency in the family tree became evident with the sudden appearance of a rare blood type among the descendants.

Definition:A specific trait or character that has been dormant for generations but suddenly reappears in an individual.

Example:The resurgence of feudal traditions in some parts of the country might indicate a cultural atavism.

Definition:A manifestation of the tendency to revert to earlier cultural or social patterns or forms.