Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heredities
noun
/həˈrɛdɪtiz/
Definition
The characteristics and qualities passed down from ancestors to descendants through genes.
Examples
- The heredities of a species can be studied to understand its evolution.
- He was fascinated by the heredities that made up his family’s history.
- Genetic conditions can often be attributed to heredities within a family.
Meaning
Heredities refer to the genetic traits, conditions, and features inherited from parents or ancestors. It encompasses everything related to the genetic transmission of physical, mental, and health traits across generations.
Synonyms
- Inheritance
- Genetics
- Lineage
- Heritage
- Descendants
