biological
Relating to biology or living organisms and their processes. It is also used to describe a parent who is related by blood rather than by adoption.
Examples
3 of 5He finally decided to search for his biological parents after turning thirty.
He finally decided to search for his biological parents after turning thirty.
The study explores the biological mechanisms behind sleep deprivation.
The study explores the biological mechanisms behind sleep deprivation.
I think my biological clock is starting to tell me it's time for a nap.
I think my biological clock is starting to tell me it's time for a nap.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Bio' (meaning life) + 'Logical' (meaning science/study) = the logic or science of life.
Quick Quiz
The children were raised by their aunt, but they remained in contact with their ______ mother.
Correct!
The correct answer is: biological
Examples
He finally decided to search for his biological parents after turning thirty.
everydayHe finally decided to search for his biological parents after turning thirty.
The study explores the biological mechanisms behind sleep deprivation.
formalThe study explores the biological mechanisms behind sleep deprivation.
I think my biological clock is starting to tell me it's time for a nap.
informalI think my biological clock is starting to tell me it's time for a nap.
Biological diversity is essential for the resilience of any ecosystem.
academicBiological diversity is essential for the resilience of any ecosystem.
Our firm specializes in biological research and development for the pharmaceutical industry.
businessOur firm specializes in biological research and development for the pharmaceutical industry.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
biological clock
the natural internal timing of a person's body
biological father
a person's natural father related by blood
biological hazard
a biological substance that poses a threat to living organisms
Often Confused With
Biographic relates to a person's life story, while biological relates to living organisms or blood relations.
Organic often refers to food grown without chemicals, while biological refers more broadly to the study of life processes.
Usage Notes
Biological is most frequently used in scientific contexts or when discussing family lineage to differentiate between legal and blood relations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'biologic' when they should use 'biological'; while 'biologic' exists, 'biological' is the standard adjective in almost all contexts.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Bio' (meaning life) + 'Logical' (meaning science/study) = the logic or science of life.
Word Origin
From the Greek word 'bios' meaning life and the suffix '-logical'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
The phrase 'biological clock' is widely used in Western culture to refer to the age-related pressure to have children.
Quick Quiz
The children were raised by their aunt, but they remained in contact with their ______ mother.
Correct!
The correct answer is: biological
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