1. prehistoric
adjective. ['ˌpriːhɪˈstɔrɪk'] belonging to or existing in times before recorded history.
Synonyms
- prehistorical
Antonyms
- present
- current
Etymology
- préhistorique (French)
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Example sentences of the word prehistoric
1. Adjective
Paleontologists look for both trace and body fossils to get a more complete picture about prehistoric life.
2. Noun, singular or mass
Trace fossils can be useful in paleontology--the study of prehistoric remains.
Quotes containing the word prehistoric
1. In prehistoric times, mankind often had only two choices in crisis situations: fight or flee. In modern times, humor offers us a third alternative; fight, flee - or laugh.
- Robert Orben
2. While I've never read Scientific American, I'll bet it is pretty scientific. And American. Just like those prehistoric cave drawings in the south of France.
- Jarod Kintz, This Book is Not FOR SALE
2. prehistoric
adjective. ['ˌpriːhɪˈstɔrɪk'] no longer fashionable.
Synonyms
- unstylish
Antonyms
- new
- incoming
Etymology
- préhistorique (French)