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Definition
Recessive, hidden, or inapparent; not obvious.
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How it's used
Primarily used in scientific or formal contexts to describe traits, diseases, or conditions that are present but not physically manifested. Outside of biology, it can describe social or psychological states that are hidden or not immediately obvious to others. It carries a sense of being latent rather than just invisible.
Examples
His illness is recessive, it is usually hard to detect.
Have you ever heard the term recessive gene?
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
