Reptilian

/repˈtɪl.i.ən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to reptiles, or describing something cold-blooded and emotionally distant like a reptile.

Etymology

From Latin 'reptilis' (creeping), from 'repere' (to crawl), combined with '-ian' to create an adjective describing reptile-like qualities.

Kelly Says

Conspiracy theorists claim 'reptilians' secretly rule the world, but this myth likely emerged from our ancient brain's intuitive distrust of reptiles—we evolved fearing snakes more than any other animal.

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