ge·net·ic
jə-ˈne-tik 
variants
or less commonly genetical
1
: relating to or determined by the origin, development, or causal antecedents of something
1
: -genic sense 1
organogenetic
2
: -genic sense 2
psychogenetic
Examples of genetic in a Sentence
Adjective
hemophilia and other genetic medical disorders
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Adjective
Despite their genetic similarities, Merlot has naturally softer tannins than Cabernet Sauvignon, leading to a wine that is often lighter on the palate and easier to enjoy in its youth.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026
Many reproductive endocrinologists recommend genetic carrier testing for both partners before trying to conceive.
—Rachel Hosie, SELF, 16 Feb. 2026
The athlete was a carrier for the blood disorder sickle-cell disease—one of the most common genetic disorders in America.
—Roxanne Khamsi, The Atlantic, 15 Feb. 2026
Benjamin has an intellectual disability caused by a rare genetic disorder called Coffin-Sirus Syndrome, which can come with medical complications such as autism.
—Alyssa Ramos, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2026
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“Genetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/genetic. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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genetic
adjective
ge·net·ic
jə-ˈnet-ik
variants
also genetical
: of, relating to, or involving genes or genetics
genetic research
also
: caused or controlled by genes
a genetic disease
Medical Definition
genetic
adjective
ge·net·ic
jə-ˈnet-ik
variants
also genetical
1
: of, relating to, or involving genetics
2
: of, relating to, caused by, or controlled by genes
a genetic disease
genetic material
compare acquired sense 1
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