australopith Meaning & Definition
/ˈɒstɹələˌpɪθ/
What Does Australopith Mean?
As a noun, australopith means Any of the hominids of the extinct genus Australopithecus. As an adjective, it means Of or pertaining to the hominids of the extinct genus Australopithecus.
Word Facts for Australopith
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɒstɹələˌpɪθ/ |
| Synonyms | australopithecine and Australopithecus |
| Plural | australopiths |
| Comparative / superlative | more australopith, most australopith |
Australopith Definition (Noun)
- Any of the hominids of the extinct genus Australopithecus.
Australopith as an Adjective
- Of or pertaining to the hominids of the extinct genus Australopithecus.
Synonyms of Australopith
Australopith synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
australopith (plural australopiths)
australopith (comparative more australopith, superlative most australopith)
Frequently Asked Questions About Australopith
Is australopith a noun or an adjective?
Australopith is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is another word for australopith?
Close synonyms of australopith are australopithecine and Australopithecus. See the full list of australopith synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of australopith?
The plural of australopith is australopiths.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of australopith?
The comparative form is more australopith and the superlative form is most australopith.