sociobiologically

Thân thiện

Sociobiologists explain the behavior of ants sociobiologically.

Definition

Adverb: * In a manner relating to or based on the principles of sociobiology. This means explaining or analyzing behavior, social structure, or traits by considering their evolutionary origins and adaptive value, often emphasizing genetic influences.

Usage

The adverb "sociobiologically" is used to modify a verb (like explain, analyze, interpret) to specify that the approach or perspective is that of sociobiology. It is an academic term.

Examples

• The researcher argued that the altruistic act could be sociobiologically explained as a strategy to ensure the survival of shared genes.
• To understand the mating rituals of the species, one must examine them sociobiologically.
• The book attempts to interpret human family structures sociobiologically.

Advanced Usage

• In a sociobiological context/framework: This phrase is often used similarly to the adverb "sociobiologically."
  • Viewing the conflict in a sociobiological framework reveals potential roots in competition for resources.

Variants and Related Words

• Sociobiology (noun): The branch of biology that applies evolutionary theory to the study of social behavior in animals and humans.
• Sociobiological (adjective): Relating to sociobiology.
  • A sociobiological hypothesis.
• Sociobiologist (noun): A scholar who studies or specializes in sociobiology.

Synonyms

• From an evolutionary perspective
• In terms of evolutionary biology (broader)
• From a behavioral ecology standpoint (related field)

Antonyms

• Culturally
• Sociologically (when emphasizing non-biological factors)
• From a constructivist perspective

Học thuật

Adverb

1. with respect to sociobiology
   • explain the behavior sociobiologically