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fossil Synonyms
Another word for fossil
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• noun (Context 1)
The preserved remains, impression, or trace of any once-living organism from a past geological age.
Usage Example
"The paleontologist carefully brushed the dirt away to reveal a perfectly preserved dinosaur relic."
Strong
relic
Weak
remnant
• noun (Context 2)
An extraordinarily old, outdated, or stubborn person who is resistant to modern ideas or changes.
Usage Example
"The new interns jokingly referred to the senior executive as a dinosaur because he refused to communicate via email."
Strong
dinosaur
fogey
Weak
traditionalist
Opposites of fossil
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youth
innovator
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