Fossilized

Pronunciation: /ˈfɑːsəˌlaɪzd/

Fossilized (adjective)

  1. changed into a stone-like form over a long time
  2. unable to change or adapt, like an old habit

Examples

  • The fossilized remains were discovered in the desert.
  • Fossilized bones can tell us about ancient creatures.

Common collocations: fossilized remains, fossilized bones, fossilized thinking, fossilized policies

Synonyms of Fossilized

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Fossilized

  • describing the process of wearing away