Biological — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌbī-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl/ bi·o·log·i·cal

Meaning & Definition of Biological

Biological (adjective)

  1. of or relating to biology or to life and living processes
  2. used in or produced by applied biology
  3. connected by direct genetic relationship rather than by adoption or marriage

Biological (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being such by blood and not by adoption or marriage

    "the rights of the biological father in this case"

    similar: birth, consanguineous, natural
    related: legitimate
    opposite: adopted, adoptive, nonbiological
    near: illegitimate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Biological

The most common words with a similar meaning to Biological:

birth, consanguineous, natural

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Biological

Words with the opposite meaning of Biological:

adopted, adoptive, nonbiological

Related Words for Biological

legitimate

Near Antonyms of Biological

illegitimate

Word Forms of Biological

Derived words: biologically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Biological

First known use: 1818

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Biological

Words & Phrases Containing Biological

biological clock, biological control, biological oxygen demand, biological warfare, biological weapon, biological parent, non-biological

Frequently Asked Questions about Biological

What does "Biological" mean?

"Biological" means of or relating to biology or to life and living processes. As an adjective, it is defined as: of or relating to biology or to life and living processes.

What is another word for "Biological"?

Other words for "Biological" include birth, consanguineous and natural. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Biological" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Biological"?

Antonyms of "Biological" include adopted, adoptive and nonbiological. Near antonyms include illegitimate.

How do you use "Biological" in a sentence?

Examples of "Biological" in a sentence: "the rights of the biological father in this case".

Is "Biological" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Biological" is an adjective.

Is "Biological" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Biological" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Biological"?

"Biological" is pronounced /ˌbī-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl/ and divided into syllables as bi·o·log·i·cal.

What is the origin of the word "Biological"?

First known use: 1818.