B2 verb Neutre

genetic

/dʒəˈnetɪk/

Relating to genes or heredity, describing traits, characteristics, or diseases passed from parents to offspring through DNA. It is frequently used to explain the biological origin of physical features or medical conditions.

Exemples

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1

I think my curly hair is genetic because both of my parents have very tight curls.

I think my curly hair is genetic because both of my parents have very tight curls.

2

The committee is reviewing the ethical implications of genetic modification in agriculture.

The committee is reviewing the ethical implications of genetic modification in agriculture.

3

He's got that tall build; it's definitely genetic.

He's got that tall build; it's definitely genetic.

Famille de mots

Nom
genetics
Adverbe
genetically
Adjectif
genetic
Apparenté
gene
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'gene' which is the root, and add '-tic' like the sound of a clock. Your 'genes' determine your body's biological 'ticking' from the moment you are born.

Quiz rapide

Scientists are conducting ______ testing to see if the patient is at risk for the disease.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : genetic

Exemples

1

I think my curly hair is genetic because both of my parents have very tight curls.

everyday

I think my curly hair is genetic because both of my parents have very tight curls.

2

The committee is reviewing the ethical implications of genetic modification in agriculture.

formal

The committee is reviewing the ethical implications of genetic modification in agriculture.

3

He's got that tall build; it's definitely genetic.

informal

He's got that tall build; it's definitely genetic.

4

Recent academic studies have identified the specific genetic markers associated with this rare disorder.

academic

Recent academic studies have identified the specific genetic markers associated with this rare disorder.

5

Our pharmaceutical division is focusing on genetic research to develop personalized medicine.

business

Our pharmaceutical division is focusing on genetic research to develop personalized medicine.

Famille de mots

Nom
genetics
Adverbe
genetically
Adjectif
genetic
Apparenté
gene

Collocations courantes

genetic engineering genetic engineering
genetic disorder genetic disorder
genetic makeup genetic makeup
genetic testing genetic testing
genetic predisposition genetic predisposition

Phrases Courantes

genetic blueprint

genetic blueprint

genetic lottery

genetic lottery

genetic code

genetic code

Souvent confondu avec

genetic vs generic

Generic refers to something general or a non-brand product, whereas genetic refers to DNA and heredity.

genetic vs congenital

Congenital means present from birth (regardless of cause), while genetic specifically means caused by genes.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word when discussing biological inheritance or scientific research involving DNA. It is almost always used as an attributive adjective, meaning it comes before the noun it describes.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'genetic' as a noun; remember that 'genetics' is the field of study (noun) and 'genetic' is the description (adjective). Avoid confusing it with 'generic'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'gene' which is the root, and add '-tic' like the sound of a clock. Your 'genes' determine your body's biological 'ticking' from the moment you are born.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek 'genesis', meaning origin, source, or birth.

Modèles grammaticaux

Usually placed before a noun (attributive adjective). Does not typically have comparative or superlative forms (e.g., more genetic).
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Contexte culturel

In modern society, the term is central to ethical debates regarding CRISPR technology and the possibility of 'designer babies'.

Quiz rapide

Scientists are conducting ______ testing to see if the patient is at risk for the disease.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : genetic

Mots lis

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C1

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perihumer

C1

A technical term referring to the anatomical region or specific tissue structures immediately surrounding the humerus bone in the upper arm. It is primarily used in orthopedic medicine and physical therapy to describe areas of concern during surgery, injury assessment, or prosthetic fitting.

microfluship

C1

A precise, automated release of a minimal amount of fluid or data used to clear a micro-system or reset high-sensitivity sensors. It is typically employed in microfluidic engineering and advanced computing to prevent sediment buildup or signal noise.

antiponness

C1

The quality or state of being opposed to or averse to hard labor, toil, or physical exertion. It describes a deep-seated resistance to performing arduous tasks, often found in philosophical or psychological discussions about the nature of work.

forenumerary

C1

Describes something that pertains to an initial or preliminary counting or listing that occurs before the main enumeration. It is typically used in administrative, historical, or technical contexts to refer to items or individuals recorded ahead of a final official tally.

detangite

C1

To separate components, strands, or ideas that have become intricately intertwined or knotted. It is most frequently used in formal or technical contexts to describe the process of unravelling a complex situation, data set, or physical structure.

unitangine

C1

Describing a process or system that operates through a single point of contact or a singular, unbranching focus. It is often used in technical or analytical contexts to denote a direct and isolated interaction between two entities.

enjectment

C1

Ejectment is a legal action or remedy brought by a person who claims title to real property to recover possession of that property. It is primarily used to remove a tenant or squatter who is wrongfully occupying the land and to settle disputes regarding the rightful owner's title.

invertite

C1

Describing something that has been reversed in position, order, or nature, or turned upside down. It is a highly specialized or archaic term used primarily in technical, historical, or biological contexts to denote a state of inversion.

malteghood

C1

Describing a state marked by deep-seated communal loyalty and historical resilience. It refers to qualities or behaviors that prioritize the preservation of a group's collective identity and shared fortitude above individual interests.

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