What does eugenic mean?
Eugenic means Of or relating to eugenics..
Eugenic
/juˈd͡ʒɛn.ɪk/ · adjective
Meaning
Of or relating to eugenics..
Definitions by Sense
- Of or relating to eugenics.
- (genetics) Relating or adapting to production of strong or effective offspring.
Example Sentences
In making his point, Thomas dedicated more than a dozen pages on the history of the eugenics movement to explain why “the use of abortion to achieve eugenic goals is not merely hypothetical.”
[Alan] Dershowitz, who as a Harvard Law professor regularly attended lunches [Jeffrey] Epstein hosted for the scientists, told the Times he was “appalled” to learn about Epstein's eugenic ambitions, but their friendship continued.
Synonyms for eugenic
Antonyms for eugenic
Related Words
Word Forms
- more eugenic
- most eugenic
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for eugenic?
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What is the opposite of eugenic?
Possible antonyms include dysgenic, cacogenic.
How do you use eugenic in a sentence?
In making his point, Thomas dedicated more than a dozen pages on the history of the eugenics movement to explain why “the use of abortion to achieve eugenic goals is not merely hypothetical.”
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