genetics

[juh-net-iks] / dʒəˈnɛt ɪks /

NOUN

anatomy

Synonyms

STRONG

analysis biology cytology diagnosis dissection division embryology etiology examination histology inquiry investigation medicine morphology physiology zoology

Antonyms

STRONG

connection

NOUN

botany

Synonyms

STRONG

anatomy cytology ecology horticulture morphology pathology physiology phytology pomology taxonomy

WEAK

dendrology floristics natural history paleo-botany phytogeography study of flora study of vegetation

NOUN

genealogy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ancestry lineage

STRONG

derivation descent extraction generation heredity history line parentage pedigree stemma stock strain

WEAK

blood line progeniture stirps

NOUN

heredity

Synonyms

STRONG

ancestry constitution eugenics inheritance

WEAK

congenital traits genesiology genetic make-up inborn character

Antonyms

WEAK

acquirement

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Their names and titles were listed under the photo as a genetics team working with the US government.

From Literature

While skeletal remains can sometimes show signs of infection, genetics often tell a more complex story.

From Science Daily

Claire Rowney, the chief executive of Breast Cancer Now, said the move would "transform the lives of women who are at increased risk of breast cancer due to their family history or genetics".

From BBC

"Alzheimer's Research UK is delighted to support Dr. Williams as he continues to investigate how genetics alongside environmental and societal factors influence dementia risk, which will ultimately bring us closer to a cure."

From Science Daily

The effectiveness of these drugs seems to depend on cancer type, genetics, and underlying health conditions.

From Science Daily

genetics

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