endogeny

/ɛndəˈdʒɪni/

Definitions

1. noun

The process or origin of something coming from within an organism, system, or entity.

“The endogeny of the plant’s ability to photosynthesize was crucial for its survival in the desert environment.”

Synonyms

  • autogenesis
  • self-generation

Antonyms

  • exogeny
  • external generation