Throwback (Adjective)
Meaning
Characteristic of an atavist.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The politician's views on women's rights were a throwback to the 1950s, sparking widespread criticism from modern feminists.
- His fondness for vinyl records and vintage clothing made him a throwback to a bygone era of music enthusiasts.
- The artist's work was a deliberate throwback to the surrealist movement, full of dreamlike imagery and symbolism.
- In an era of smartwatches and fitness trackers, the analog watch was a charming throwback to a simpler time.
- The family's strict adherence to traditional values was a throwback to their rural ancestors' way of life.