Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evolutionary-scale
Adjective
ˌɛvəˈluːʃənəri skeɪl
Definition
Pertaining to the gradual development or changes in species or organisms over long periods of time.
Examples
- Many scientists study evolutionary-scale changes to understand how species adapt over time.
- On an evolutionary-scale, even small changes can lead to significant differences in species.
- Fossil records provide insight into evolutionary-scale transformations in the history of life on Earth.
Meaning
Evolutionary scale refers to the framework used to understand the progression and adaptation of living organisms through evolutionary processes.
Synonyms
- Geologic time
- Gradual change
- Long-term evolution
