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单词 reptilian
释义

reptilian

1 of 2

adjective

rep·​til·​ian rep-ˈti-lē-ən How to pronounce reptilian (audio)
-ˈtil-yən
1
: resembling or having the characteristics of the reptiles
2
: of or relating to the reptiles
3
: cold-bloodedly treacherous
a reptilian villain Theodore Dreiser

reptilian

2 of 2

noun

: reptile sense 2

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
The mother, in Veanne Cox’s terrifyingly reptilian performance, can barely contain her disgust long enough to evacuate her son by cover of night. New York Times, 8 May 2022 Yesterday, the tortoise-in-residence at Red Rock Canyon emerged from brumation, the reptilian form of hibernation. Claire Vaye Watkins, Outside Online, 15 May 2017 My rational mind knows the sculpture is tacky and borderline offensive, yet my reptilian brain loves its louche effervescence. New York Times, 1 Mar. 2022 At least 44 people in 25 states have gotten sick from a recent salmonella outbreak, including 15 hospitalizations, and it is linked to a popular reptilian pet, bearded dragons, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Jordan Mendoza, USA TODAY, 13 Jan. 2022 Luckily, Gator Country will step in and round up the rogue gators, whisking them away to Beaumont with no human or reptilian casualties. Abigail Rosenthal, Chron, 31 Dec. 2021 Marvel Studios Is too late for the Emmys to create a category for best reptilian performance in a TV show or miniseries? Ew Staff, EW.com, 27 Dec. 2021 Horse’s manes and reptilian scales are among other details that helped inform her overall design. Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2021 Kincaid is sought out for intricate designs, from blue reptilian extensions to lava lamp tips accented with the cutest teddy bear decals. Michella Oré, Vogue, 9 Aug. 2021
Noun
What’s clear is that the victims of climate change, reptilian and otherwise, will increase dramatically in coming years if world leaders keep failing to adequately rein in greenhouse gas emissions, which mostly come from burning fossil fuels. New York Times, 27 Apr. 2022 The mics can’t handle it… When a woman does it, guys’ reptilian brains go, ‘Mama’s mad at me’ or something. Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2021 Sweet Gizmo, as Billy (Zach Galligan) names his new pet, accidentally produces a handful of fellow mogwai who quickly become weaponized as slimy, semi-reptilian creatures with rheumy eyes. Tim Carman, Washington Post, 18 Dec. 2019 Sweet Gizmo, as Billy (Zach Galligan) names his new pet, accidentally produces a handful of fellow mogwai who quickly become weaponized as slimy, semi-reptilian creatures with rheumy eyes. Tim Carman, Washington Post, 18 Dec. 2019 Laurent’s team also found a claustrum in a distant reptilian relative, the Trachemys scripta turtle, leading the researchers to conclude that the brain region predates the evolution of reptiles. Elizabeth Pennisi, Science | AAAS, 12 Feb. 2020 Sweet Gizmo, as Billy (Zach Galligan) names his new pet, accidentally produces a handful of fellow mogwai who quickly become weaponized as slimy, semi-reptilian creatures with rheumy eyes. Tim Carman, Washington Post, 18 Dec. 2019 Sweet Gizmo, as Billy (Zach Galligan) names his new pet, accidentally produces a handful of fellow mogwai who quickly become weaponized as slimy, semi-reptilian creatures with rheumy eyes. Tim Carman, Washington Post, 18 Dec. 2019 Sweet Gizmo, as Billy (Zach Galligan) names his new pet, accidentally produces a handful of fellow mogwai who quickly become weaponized as slimy, semi-reptilian creatures with rheumy eyes. Tim Carman, Houston Chronicle, 24 Dec. 2019 See More

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1833, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1838, in the meaning defined above

reptilian

adjective

as in repulsive

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • repulsive
  • revolting
  • disgusting
  • loathsome
  • repugnant
  • detestable
  • abominable
  • hateful
  • odious
  • vile
  • abhorrent
  • scabby
  • revulsive
  • despicable
  • disreputable
  • grubby
  • base
  • dishonorable
  • shameful
  • ignoble
  • execrable
  • scummy
  • sordid
  • contemptible
  • disgraceful
  • pitiful
  • ignominious
  • lame
  • discreditable
  • ratty
  • dirty
  • deplorable
  • pitiable
  • craven
  • wretched
  • scurvy
  • dastardly
  • cowardly
  • nasty
  • lousy
  • squalid
  • sneaking
  • unscrupulous
  • shabby
  • cruddy
  • sorry
  • condemnable
  • paltry
  • mean
  • reprehensible
  • cheap
  • unprincipled
  • unethical
  • low
  • reproachable
  • censurable
  • blamable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • noble
  • creditable
  • admirable
  • praiseworthy
  • upright
  • moral
  • laudable
  • meritorious
  • honorable
  • redoubtable
  • commendable
  • honest
  • scrupulous
  • ethical
  • reputable
  • righteous
  • right
  • good
  • virtuous
  • high-minded
  • principled
  • right-minded
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