endemic

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɛnˈdɛmɪk/

Definition

Native or restricted to a particular geographic region or population.

Examples

• The island is home to several endemic species of birds that have evolved in complete isolation.

• Malaria remains endemic in many tropical regions, where it persists year-round.

• Corruption was so endemic to the local government that citizens stopped expecting fair treatment.

How to Use endemic

endemic to (prepositional phrase)

native or restricted to a specific place or group — "This type of orchid is endemic to the cloud forests of Peru."

Synonyms of endemic

Words with a similar meaning to endemic:

• native
• indigenous
• localized
• regional

Antonyms of endemic

Words with the opposite meaning to endemic:

• cosmopolitan
• introduced

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