Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exogenetic

adjective
/ˌɛksəʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk/
Definition
Relating to originating from outside an organism, system, or environment.
Examples
  • Exogenetic factors can significantly affect an organism’s evolutionary path.
  • The exogenetic processes of sedimentation contribute to the formation of geological features.
  • In medicine, understanding exogenetic influences can help in diagnosing diseases.
Meaning
Exogenetic refers to processes or factors that come from outside and influence the development or characteristics of something.
Synonyms
  • External
  • Outsourced
  • Extrinsic