allogeneous

/æləˈdʒɛnɪəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

originating or produced from a foreign source

“The allogeneous plant species struggled to adapt to the local climate.”

2. noun

a foreign substance introduced into the body, especially in organ or tissue transplantation

“The patient’s immune system rejected the allogeneous liver transplant.”

Synonyms

  • extrinsic
  • heterogeneous

Antonyms

  • endogenous
  • homogeneous