GENETIC Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

genetic

adjective

jə-ˈne-tik

variants also genetical

Definition of genetic next

as in hereditary

genetically passed or capable of being passed from parent to offspring hemophilia and other genetic medical disorders

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Recent Examples on the Web This is particularly concerning in a global healthcare environment where treatments must be effective across different genetic backgrounds and socioeconomic conditions. —

Guadalupe Hayes-Mota, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024 It’s been almost a year since the FDA approved one of the first genetic treatments for sickle cell disease. —

Brittney Melton, NPR, 20 Sep. 2024 The species was once believed to be unable to reproduce by seed and bred to be sterile, but over time, the genetic diversity increased, leading to opportunities for outcrossing. —

Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2024 If the population had indeed collapsed, researchers would’ve seen a reduction in genetic diversity, according to the paper. —

Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for genetic

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