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Recessive

noun

Word Frequency: 2.3

Definitions

1.nounA gene that is recessive.

2.adjectiveGoing back; receding.

3.adjectiveAble to be masked by a dominant allele or trait.

4.adjective(by extension) Not dominant; whose effect is masked by stronger effects.

Synonyms

implicit hidden invisible retiring subordinate passive yielding submissive withdrawn unobtrusive inferior receding

Antonyms

Rhymes With

impressive aggressive excessive oppressive obsessive expressive regressive possessive

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