monogenous

/mɒnəˈdʒɛnəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Produced or existing only once; single or solitary.

“The monogenous species was found only in a small, remote region.”

2. noun

A single or solitary species or organism.

“The monogenous population was threatened by habitat loss.”

Synonyms

  • monotypic
  • solitary

Antonyms

  • diverse
  • polygenic