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What is the adjective for extinction?

There isn't a single, perfect adjective for "extinction". However, depending on the context, you can use several options:

General:

* Extinct - This is the most direct and common adjective, meaning something no longer exists.

* Vanished - Implies a complete disappearance.

* Gone - Similar to vanished, but simpler and less formal.

Specific to species:

* Endangered - Refers to a species at risk of extinction.

* Threatened - Similar to endangered, but may have a slightly less severe connotation.

* Critically endangered - A species facing an extremely high risk of extinction.

* Extinct in the wild - A species that only exists in captivity.

Other related adjectives:

* Lost - Can refer to the loss of a species or a specific feature.

* Irrecoverable - Indicates that something cannot be restored or brought back.

* Doomed - Suggests a certain fate of extinction.

The best choice will depend on the specific context and the desired nuance.

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