Meaning of the word primeval in English

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primeval

US /praɪˈmiː.vəl/
UK /praɪˈmiː.vəl/

Adjective

1.

of or resembling the earliest ages in the history of the world

Example:
The forest had a primeval quality, untouched by human hands.
They explored the primeval landscape of the remote island.
2.

based on primitive instinct; raw and elemental

Example:
He felt a primeval urge to protect his family.
The sound of the drums evoked a primeval fear.