DYSGENIC

dysgenic, cacogenic

(adjective) pertaining to or causing degeneration in the offspring produced

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

dysgenic (comparative more dysgenic, superlative most dysgenic)

(genetics) of or relating to, or causing degeneration or deterioration in offspring

Antonym: eugenic

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

1 January 2025

SOLICITOUSLY

(adverb) in a concerned and solicitous manner; “‘Don’t you feel well?’ his mother asked solicitously”


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Coffee Trivia

In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.

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