Recessive Character

Synonyms of recessive character

• hidden trait
• latent characteristic
• masked gene

Antonyms of recessive character

• dominant character
• expressed trait
• visible gene

Collocations of recessive character

recessive gene

Frequency: 80 %

The child inherited the recessive gene for blue eyes from both parents.

recessive trait

Frequency: 70 %

The red hair was a recessive trait in her family.

recessive allele

Frequency: 60 %

The scientist discovered a new recessive allele responsible for the genetic disorder.

recessive phenotype

Frequency: 50 %

The recessive phenotype only appeared in the offspring when both parents carried the gene.

recessive inheritance

Frequency: 45 %

The pattern of recessive inheritance was evident in the family tree.

Idiomatic Expressions for recessive character

• Phrase: Hidden recessive character
  Meaning: Refers to a trait that is not immediately apparent or visible in an individual.
  Usage: The family was surprised when their child exhibited a hidden recessive character for red hair, as no one in the family had red hair before.