gene
The word “gene” has 1 syllable: gene
It's pronounced as /dʒiːn/
What is synonym and antonym for gene?
In the thesaurus, “gene” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for gene along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for gene
- allele
- dna segment
- genetic code
- genetic marker
- locus
Antonyms for gene
- environment
- epigenetics
- mutation
- phenotype
- trait
Meanings of gene
- noun
- A theoretical unit of heredity of living organisms; a gene may take several values and in principle predetermines a precise trait of an organism's form (phenotype), such as hair color.
- A segment of DNA or RNA from a cell's or an organism's genome, that may take several forms and thus parameterizes a phenomenon, in general the structure of a protein; locus.
Example Sentences
- The scientist discovered a gene responsible for resistance to the virus.
- That rare gene only appears in a small portion of the population.
- Her eye color is determined by a dominant gene.
- A single gene mutation can sometimes lead to serious health issues.
- Researchers are studying how each gene contributes to human behavior.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gene, such as: allele, dna segment, environment, epigenetics, genetic code, genetic marker, locus.
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