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organism

 

[ หˆษ”หrษกษ™nษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

living beings

An organism is any individual living entity that exhibits the properties of life. These properties include the ability to grow, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and adapt to the environment. Organisms can range from simple single-celled microorganisms to complex multicellular organisms like plants and animals.

Synonyms

being, creature, life form.

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Word Description / Examples
organism

Used in scientific or biological discussions to refer to a living thing, especially when discussing its structure, functions, or behavior.

  • Scientists studied the organism's response to various environmental changes
  • The human body is a complex organism
being

Often used in philosophical or existential discussions when referring to any entity that has life or existence. It can also be used to highlight a conscious entity.

  • She pondered the meaning of being and existence
  • The notion of a supreme being is central to many religions
creature

Commonly used when referring to animals, including imaginary or mythical beings. It can sometimes have a negative or fantastical connotation.

  • The forest was filled with strange and wonderful creatures
  • He believes in the existence of mythical creatures like unicorns
life form

Typically used in scientific or science fiction contexts to refer to any entity that is alive, including microorganisms and aliens.

  • The discovery of a new life form in the deepest parts of the ocean was groundbreaking
  • Scientists speculate about the possibility of life forms on other planets

Examples of usage

  • Plants, animals, and fungi are all examples of organisms.
  • Microorganisms such as bacteria are also considered organisms.
  • The study of how organisms interact with each other is called ecology.

Translations

Translations of the word "organism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น organismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ€เคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Organismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ organisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั€ะณะฐะฝั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ organizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็”Ÿ็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท organisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ organismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท organizma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒ๋ฌผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงุฆู† ุญูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ organismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ organizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”Ÿ็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ organizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรญfvera

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั€ะณะฐะฝะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ orqanizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ organismo

Etymology

The term 'organism' originates from the Greek word 'organon', meaning 'instrument' or 'tool'. It was first used in the mid-18th century to refer to living beings. The concept of organisms as individual living entities has been central to biology and ecology, shaping our understanding of life on Earth.

See also: organ, organic, organist, organization, organize, organized, organizer, organizes, organs.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,778, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.