heredity (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /həˈredɪti/

Definition

The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.

Examples

• The study of heredity is a major part of genetics.

• Many diseases have a strong component of heredity.

• He wanted to understand the heredity of his family's musical talent.

How to Use heredity

heredity for (prepositional phrase)

The genetic transmission of a trait or condition. — "There is a clear heredity for baldness in his father's family."

Synonyms of heredity

Words with a similar meaning to heredity:

• inheritance
• lineage
• genetics

Antonyms of heredity

Words with the opposite meaning to heredity:

• environment
• nurture

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