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- \ˈkāv-ˌman\
- /ˈkeɪv.mæn/
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- \ˈkāv-ˌman\
Definitions of caveman word
- countable noun caveman Cavemen were people in prehistoric times who lived mainly in caves. 3
- noun caveman a man of the Palaeolithic age; cave dweller 3
- noun caveman a man who is primitive or brutal in behaviour, etc 3
- noun caveman a cave dweller, especially of the Stone Age. 1
- noun caveman a man who behaves in a rough, primitive manner, especially toward women. 1
- noun caveman A prehistoric man who lived in caves. 1
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Origin of caveman
First appearance:
before 1860 One of the 29% newest English words
First recorded in 1860-65
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Caveman
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
caveman popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
caveman usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for caveman
noun caveman
- hunk — a large piece or lump; chunk.
- cave dweller — a prehistoric person; person who lives in a cave
- human — of, pertaining to, characteristic of, or having the nature of people: human frailty.
- homo sapiens — (italics) the species of bipedal primates to which modern humans belong, characterized by a brain capacity averaging 1400 cc (85 cubic in.) and by dependence upon language and the creation and utilization of complex tools.
- cro-magnon — belonging to a prehistoric, Caucasoid type of human who lived on the European continent, distinguished by tallness and erect stature, and by the use of stone and bone implements, principally of Aurignacian culture
adj caveman
- macho — having or characterized by qualities considered manly, especially when manifested in an assertive, self-conscious, or dominating way.
- manly — having qualities traditionally ascribed to men, as strength or bravery.
- muscular — of or relating to muscle or the muscles: muscular strain.
- gallant — brave, spirited, noble-minded, or chivalrous: a gallant knight; a gallant rescue attempt.
- brave — Someone who is brave is willing to do things which are dangerous, and does not show fear in difficult or dangerous situations.
adjective caveman
- manlike — resembling a human being; anthropoid.
- honourable — (British spelling) Alternative form of honorable.
Antonyms for caveman
adj caveman
- cowardly — If you describe someone as cowardly, you disapprove of them because they are easily frightened and avoid doing dangerous and difficult things.
- timid — lacking in self-assurance, courage, or bravery; easily alarmed; timorous; shy.
- meek — humbly patient or docile, as under provocation from others.
- reticent — disposed to be silent or not to speak freely; reserved.
- retiring — that retires.
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