Pleiotropic

Meaning of the word

The word “pleotropic” is an adjective that refers to something that has multiple effects or characteristics. It is mainly used in the area of ​​genetics to describe a gene that affects several different characteristics or functions in an organism.

Origin of the word

The word “pleotropic” originates in the Greek “pleio-” which means “many” and “trops” which means “directions”. Therefore, the term indicates the ability of a gene or characteristic of affecting various different directions or aspects.

Word adverbs

– Pleiotropically

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although
– However

Synonyms of the word

– Multifaceted
– Multifunctional
– Multidirectional
– Polyfunctional
– Polydirectional

Word Definitions

– which has multiple effects or characteristics
– which affects various directions or different aspects
– Related to a gene that influences various characteristics or functions

Phrases that the word applies

– The pleotropic gene is responsible for several characteristics of the body.
– The pleototropic effect of this substance can be observed in different body systems.
– The drug has a pleototropic effect, acting in several diseases simultaneously.

Examples of the word in text

– The study showed that the pleotropic gene is associated with greater susceptibility to heart disease and diabetes.
– The mutation in this Pleiotropic gene resulted in changes in various physical characteristics of the body.
– Researchers are investigating the mechanisms by which this pleotropic gene acts in different body systems.

Rhymes with the word

– Topic
– Critical
– Symbiotic
– Exotic
– Neurotic

Anagrams with the word

– No anagrams were found with the word “pleotropic”.