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extinct
01
(of an animal, plant, etc.) not having any living members, either due to natural causes, environmental changes, or human activity
Examples
The dodo bird is an example of a species that is now extinct, as it disappeared centuries ago due to human activity.
Scientists work tirelessly to prevent more species from becoming extinct by studying and conserving endangered animals and their habitats.
02
(of a volcano) not erupted in recorded history, and not expected to erupt again
Examples
Mount Buninyong in Victoria is classified as an extinct volcano, its crater long since weathered away.
Geologists agree that the volcanic cone beneath Edinburgh Castle is extinct, posing no future threat to the city.
03
(of something once burning, active, or vibrant) having lost its heat, glow, or intensity
Examples
The campfire lay extinct at dawn, its embers reduced to gray ash.
Their lifelong rivalry grew extinct after they reconciled in middle age.
04
applied to languages, customs, or technologies that have disappeared or ceased to be used
Examples
Scholars study extinct languages like Linear A to unlock ancient Civilizations' secrets.
Polaroid instant film has become extinct in most markets, replaced by digital photography.
