Synonyms for

Genetic

Verb / dʒʌˈnetɪk / Another word for genetic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to genes or heredity.

Synonyms & similar words

transmissible familial genetical inherited hereditary transmitted genic inherited hereditary inborn intrinsic innate natural inherent constitutional genetical congenital ancestral patrimonial familial lineal clan tribal ethnic racial national geographic

Synonyms by register

Formal

hereditary inherited innate congenital

Informal

inborn natural

Literary

germane kindred

Antonyms

acquired environmental learned nonhereditary external social

Common collocations

  • genetic material
  • genetic code
  • genetic engineering
  • genetic disorder
  • genetic makeup
  • genetic variation
  • genetic predisposition
  • genetic diversity

Word family

noun genetics
adjective genetic
adverb genetically

Usage note

Often used in scientific and biological contexts. Can be confused with 'genital', which relates to reproductive organs.

Example sentences

  1. The genetic traits of plants can be modified through selective breeding.
  2. The scientist studied the genetic makeup of the mice to understand their behavior.
  3. Some genetic diseases can be passed down from parents to their children.
  4. The genetic variation among individuals of a species can lead to adaptation and evolution.
  5. The study of genetics has led to many important discoveries in medicine.

Quotes

  • Genetics is the study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms. - Wikipedia
  • The genetic code of our DNA determines who we are, but it's the environment that decides who we become. - Dr. Dale Archer
  • The genetic lottery determines much of our lives, but so do the choices we make. - David Suzuki

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