syngenism

/sɪɡˈnɛɡɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A principle of species unity that asserts all organisms of a given species are connected by an unbroken series of parent and offspring.

“The theory of syngenism is a fundamental aspect of modern biology, supporting the concept of species continuity.”

Synonyms

  • monogenesis
  • phyletic gradualism

Antonyms

  • allopatric speciation
  • anagenesis