noneugenic

/nɒnuːˈjuːdʒɛnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not producing or promoting a superior or desirable genetic strain.

“The noneugenic policy was criticized for its potential negative impact on the population’s genetic diversity.”

2. noun

A genetic or biological phenomenon that does not promote or enhance desirable genetic traits.

“The researcher studied the noneugenic effects of a particular gene mutation on the population.”

Synonyms

  • neutral
  • nonselective

Antonyms

  • eugenic
  • selective