genetically — in a way that relates to genes or heredity
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that relates to genes or heredity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dʒəˈnetɪkli/
Example Sentences
- Twins are genetically identical but can have totally different pizza preferences.
- The crop was genetically modified to resist pests and grow faster.
- He's genetically programmed to lose his keys at least twice a week.
genetically
ADVERB[/dʒəˈnetɪkli/]
in a way that relates to genes or heredity
She laughed exactly like her mother — a genetic echo neither of them had ever noticed.
Every GENE gets a TICK — genetic traits passed on without asking permission.
Genetically magnetic — you can't help but feel sympathetic.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Greek 'genesis' (origin, birth), the word evolved through the adjective form 'genetic' to create the adverbial 'genetically'. It represents a core scientific concept dealing with the origin and transmission of life.
Breakdown
genesis (birth, origin) + -ic (adjective-forming suffix) + -ally (adverb-forming suffix), literally meaning 'in a manner relating to origin or inheritance'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Twins are genetically identical but can have totally different pizza preferences.”
“The crop was genetically modified to resist pests and grow faster.”
“He's genetically programmed to lose his keys at least twice a week.”
“Scientists study how traits are genetically passed from one generation to the next.”
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