genetically

ge-net-i-cal-ly · adverb

imported

Definitions

adverb

  1. 1.

    In a way that relates to genes or heredity; through genetic inheritance.

  2. 2.

    By means of genetic modification or engineering.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    genetically modified (GM) — altered through genetic engineering
  • •
    genetically predisposed — having an inherited tendency toward something
  • •
    genetically engineered — created through genetic manipulation

Related words

See also: genetic, hereditary, inherited
Synonyms: by inheritance, hereditarily

Etymology

From Greek genetikos ("pertaining to birth") + English adverbial suffix -ly. The word became common in the 20th century with advances in genetic science.