Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hereditarian
noun
/həˌrɛdɪˈtɛrɪən/
Definition
A person who believes that heredity is the primary factor in shaping human traits and behaviors.
Examples
- Many hereditarian theories have sparked debates in psychology and sociology.
- As a hereditarian, she argued that intelligence is largely inherited.
Meaning
Hereditarianism is the belief that inherited characteristics from one’s ancestors primarily determine an individual’s capabilities and personality.
Synonyms
- genetic determinist
- hereditist
- innatist
