Darwinist: meaning, definitions and examples

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Darwinist

 

[ หˆdษ‘r.wษช.nษชst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biological theory

A Darwinist is a person who supports or believes in the theories of Charles Darwin, particularly the concept of evolution by natural selection. They assert that species evolve over time and that those best adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

Synonyms

evolutionist, natural selection advocate.

Examples of usage

  • Many Darwinists argue that natural selection is the driving force behind evolution.
  • The debate between creationism and Darwinism continues in educational institutions.
  • Darwinists often cite fossil records as evidence for evolutionary changes.

Translations

Translations of the word "Darwinist" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น darwinista

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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Darwinist

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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ darwinista

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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท darwiniste

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ darwinista

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท darvinist

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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ darwinista

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ darwinista

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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ darvinist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Darwinisti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะ”ะฐั€ะฒะธะฝะธัั‚

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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ darvinist

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ darwinista

Etymology

The term 'Darwinist' is derived from the name of Charles Darwin, an English naturalist, geologist, and biologist, who is most famous for his contributions to the science of evolution. The foundational work, 'On the Origin of Species', was published in 1859 and introduced the scientific theory of natural selection. The usage of 'Darwinist' began to emerge in the late 19th century as discussions about evolutionary biology gained traction among scientists and the general public. Often, the term has been used in both supportive and critical contexts, sometimes sparking debates about the implications of Darwinโ€™s theories. The label 'Darwinism' itself has evolved, encompassing various interpretations of evolutionary theory that extend beyond Darwin's original ideas, leading to the establishment of modern evolutionary synthesis. Today, while the term is still sometimes used pejoratively by opponents of evolution, it primarily refers to a broad acceptance of the scientific principles articulated by Darwin and those who followed in his footsteps.