Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
genetic
Adjective
/dʒəˈnɛtɪk/
Definition
Relating to genes or heredity.
Examples
- Genetic research has led to many breakthroughs in medicine.
- She has a genetic predisposition to certain health conditions.
- Genetic engineering can modify the traits of organisms.
Meaning
Genetic refers to anything that has to do with genes, which are the basic units of heredity in living organisms. It encompasses how traits are passed from one generation to the next and how these traits are expressed in individuals.
Synonyms
- Hereditary
- Inherited
- Genomic
