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abiogenetically

|a-bi-o-ge-net-i-cal-ly|

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/ˌeɪ.baɪ.oʊ.dʒəˈnɛt.ɪ.kli/

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/ˌeɪ.baɪ.əʊ.dʒəˈnɛt.ɪ.kli/

(abiogenetic)

origin of life from non-living matter

Base FormNoun
abiogeneticabiogenesis
Etymology
Etymology Information

'abiogenetically' originates from the Greek word 'abiogenesis,' where 'a-' meant 'without,' 'bio' meant 'life,' and 'genesis' meant 'origin or creation.'

Historical Evolution

'abiogenesis' transformed into the English word 'abiogenetic,' and eventually became the adverb 'abiogenetically.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'originating from non-living matter,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner relating to abiogenesis, the original evolution of life or living organisms from inorganic or inanimate substances.

The scientist explained how life could have arisen abiogenetically on early Earth.

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Last updated: 2025/04/02 03:51