Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

evolutionary-advantage

noun

/ɪˌvɛluˈʃənəri əˈdvæntɪdʒ/

Definition

A trait or characteristic that makes an organism more suited to its environment compared to others.

Examples

Having larger body size can provide an evolutionary advantage in terms of avoiding predators.
Adaptations like camouflage demonstrate how some species gain an evolutionary advantage in their habitats.

Meaning

Evolutionary advantage refers to the benefits that certain traits confer on an organism, enhancing its chances of survival and reproduction in a given environment.