lamarckian

Thân thiện

A scientist explains Lamarckian evolution using diagrams of giraffes.

Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Relating to Lamarckism: Describing something that pertains to the theory of evolution proposed by Jean-Baptiste Lamarck. This theory posits that an organism can pass on to its offspring characteristics acquired during its lifetime through use or disuse.

2. Noun:

   • A believer in Lamarckism: A person who supports or adheres to the evolutionary theories of Jean-Baptiste Lamarck.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:

  • The scientist presented a Lamarckian interpretation of the giraffe's long neck.
  • His views on inheritance were considered Lamarckian and outdated by modern geneticists.

• Noun:

  • As a staunch Lamarckian, she argued for the heritability of acquired traits.
  • The debate featured a Lamarckian and a Darwinian presenting opposing views.

Advanced Usage

• "Lamarckian inheritance": A specific term referring to the concept of passing acquired traits to offspring, which is the core of Lamarckism.
  • The experiment aimed to find evidence for Lamarckian inheritance in bacteria.

Variants and Related Words

• Lamarckism (n): The theory of evolution based on the inheritance of acquired characteristics.
  • Lamarckism was largely supplanted by Darwin's theory of natural selection.

Synonyms

• Adjective: Neo-Lamarckian (a modern adherent to similar ideas).
• Noun: Lamarckist.

Related Phrases

• "Lamarckian evolution": Evolution as explained by Lamarck's theories.
  • The textbook chapter contrasted Darwinian and Lamarckian evolution.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to Lamarckism
   • Lamarckian theories

Noun

1. a believer in Lamarckism

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