organismic

/ɔːɡəˈnɪzəmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of an organism, especially in terms of its structure, function, or behavior.

“The organismic approach to psychology focuses on the holistic nature of living beings.”

2. noun

an organismic system, such as a living being or a group of living beings, viewed as a whole.

“The scientist studied the organismic dynamics of the ecosystem.”

3. noun

an organismic unit, such as a cell or a tissue, viewed as a whole.

“The biologist examined the organismic structure of the plant cell.”

Synonyms

  • biological
  • holistic
  • systemic

Antonyms

  • mechanistic
  • reductionist