GENETIC Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

genetic

adjective

jə-ˈne-tik

variants also genetical

Definition of genetic

as in hereditary

genetically passed or capable of being passed from parent to offspring hemophilia and other genetic medical disorders

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Recent Examples of genetic Adam’s father had had a pacemaker, like a little matchbox under his collarbone, and heart trouble was often genetic. — Helen Simpson, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026 Community science initiatives to collect bat genetic residues have helped research uncover the state's 29th species and understand bat behavior in different locales. — Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2026 The genetic data had later been deleted but police obtained a new saliva sample from the suspect which matched a DNA trace found on Lopez's clothing, prosecutors said at the time. — CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026 As another example, genetic counselors communicate uncertainty with families facing a potential diagnosis. — Aleeza Gerstein, The Conversation, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for genetic

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Adjective

Depending on the policy, coverage can differ for diagnostic testing, hereditary or congenital conditions, prescription medications, rehabilitation, behavioral treatment and other types of care.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
Huntington’s disease is hereditary in an autosomal dominant pattern, meaning anyone who inherits the gene from a parent will develop the condition.

— Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of hereditary

Adjective

The strategy seeks to slow China's technological advancement through attrition rather than a complete ban, acknowledging the inherent challenge of policing cross-border digital services.

— John Werner, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Although none of these trails are terribly technical, there’s still an inherent risk that comes with hiking.

— Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of inherent

Adjective

In its first phase, the program offers genomic testing to 50,000 adults, screening for inherited predispositions to three major life-threatening diseases.

— William A. Haseltine, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Though not archaeological, the designs tapped into a related appetite for inherited craft and materials with ephemera from the past.

— Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 16 July 2026

Definition of inherited

Adjective

Citizenship strategy has moved from a fringe consideration to standard practice among high-net-worth families, with parents and grandparents increasingly viewing passports as a form of inheritable wealth.

— Alex Ohnona, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
These shares are also inheritable, allowing them to be passed on to heirs.

— Daniela Sanjinés, The Conversation, 22 July 2025

Definition of inheritable

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