Biologically: meaning, definitions and examples

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biologically

 

[ baɪəˈlɒdʒɪkli ]

Context #1

adverb

From a biological perspective; in terms of biology.

Synonyms

anatomically, genetically, physiologically

Examples of usage

  • Biologically speaking, humans are mammals.
  • She is not biologically related to him, but they have a strong bond.
Context #2

adjective

Related to biology or living organisms.

Synonyms

ecologically, naturally, organically

Examples of usage

  • The biologically diverse ecosystem of the rainforest.
  • Biologically active compounds in the plant.

Translations

Translations of the word "biologically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 biologicamente

🇮🇳 जैविक रूप से

🇩🇪 biologisch

🇮🇩 secara biologis

🇺🇦 біологічно

🇵🇱 biologicznie

🇯🇵 生物学的に

🇫🇷 biologiquement

🇪🇸 biológicamente

🇹🇷 biyolojik olarak

🇰🇷 생물학적으로

🇸🇦 بيولوجيًا

🇨🇿 biologicky

🇸🇰 biologicky

🇨🇳 生物学上

🇸🇮 biološko

🇮🇸 líffræðilega

🇰🇿 биологиялық тұрғыдан

🇬🇪 ბიოლოგიურად

🇦🇿 bioloji cəhətdən

🇲🇽 biológicamente

Word origin

The word 'biologically' originates from the combination of 'biological' and the suffix '-ly', which is used to form adverbs from adjectives. The term has been in use since the mid-19th century, coinciding with advancements in the field of biology and the understanding of living organisms. The adverbial form allows for the description of actions or states in relation to biology or living organisms.

See also: biological.