Definitions

1. adjective

capable of causing genetic mutation or altering the genetic material of an organism

“The chemical was found to be mutagenic, posing a risk to the health of people exposed to it.”

2. noun

a substance or agent that causes genetic mutation or alteration of an organism’s genetic material

“The researchers studied the mutagenic effects of a new chemical compound.”

3. verb

to cause genetic mutation or alter the genetic material of an organism

“The new process mutagenically altered the DNA of the bacteria, making them resistant to antibiotics.”