English words for 'The belief that evolution occurs through macromutations.'
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- a theory of organic evolution claiming that new species arise and are perpetuated by natural selection
- (evolutionary theory, uncountable) Charles Darwin's theory regarding the evolution of living organisms through natural selection (set out chiefly in his works On the Origin of Species, 1859; and The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex, 1871); also, belief in this theory.
- (generally, countable, uncountable) A process of gradual evolution; also, ruthless competition for achievement or survival.
- (biology, uncountable) Any of various theories in biology which apply aspects of Darwin's theory (noun sense 1) such as adaptation, competition, or gradual evolution; also, belief in such a theory.
- (uncountable) Short for neo-Darwinism (“the synthesis of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution through natural selection with the modern genetic understanding of heredity”).
- (biology, poetic, historical) Erasmus Darwin's poetic style, or theory of natural philosophy suggesting that living organisms developed from simpler lifeforms (set out in his work Zoonomia, 1794–1796).
- (pseudoscience, uncountable) Any of various theories, now generally discredited, which apply aspects of Darwin's theory (noun sense 1) to other situations such as the development of ideas, organizations, or social groups.
- (biology) The belief that evolution takes place in sudden jumps.
- (music) A musical style, prevalent in Europe in the mid-20th century, based around separate tones rather than overarching compositional structures.
- (Buddhism) The view that there is no ongoing individual person but rather a series of experiences.
- (uncountable) The belief in the universal presence of evolution.
- (countable) Any of several theories that explain the evolution of systems or organisms.
- (uncountable) The advocacy of Darwinian evolution by natural selection (Darwinism).
- (biology) a scientific theory of the origin of species of plants and animals
- A theory of evolution, holding that evolutionary change tends to be characterized by long periods of stability, or equilibrium, punctuated by episodes of very fast development.
- a theory of evolution holding that evolutionary change in the fossil record came in fits and starts rather than in a steady process of slow change
- (uncountable, evolutionary theory) The process of change that an organism undergoes to be better suited to its environment.
- (countable, authorship) An artistic work that has been adapted from a different medium.
- (countable, evolutionary theory) An instance of an organism undergoing change, or the structure or behavior that is changed.
- (countable) A change that is made or undergone to suit a condition or environment.
- (uncountable) The process of adapting something or becoming adapted to a situation; adjustment, modification.
- (uncountable) The process of adapting an artistic work from a different medium.
- (sociology) The means by which social groups adapt to different social and physical environments.
- a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form
- (physiology) the responsive adjustment of a sense organ (as the eye) to varying conditions (as of light)
- the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions)
- the evolution of a biological species
- (medicine, pathology) The determination of which species are present in a fluid or tissue specimen, bacterial culture, or viral culture.
- (taxonomy) The process by which new distinct species evolve.
- (chemistry) The formation of different (inorganic) species (especially of ions) as the environment changes.
- (biology) The belief that evolution proceeds at a steady pace, without the sudden development of new species or biological features from one generation to the next.
- (transferred sense) The belief that some phenomenon occurs gradually over a long period of time.
- (politics) The belief that change ought to be brought about in small, discrete increments rather than in abrupt strokes such as revolutions or uprisings.
- The elaboration of Darwin's theory of evolution that incorporates knowledge about genetics.
- Any of various theories, such as intelligent design, that seek to reconcile Darwinian evolution with Christian theology.
- A model of cultural evolution associated with Leslie White and Julian Steward that seeks to define the forces that cause cultures to change.
- Any of various theories that examine the alteration or enhancement of humanity as a result of technology and/or cultural adaptation.
- Development, increase, evolution.
- (mathematics) A sequence obtained by adding or multiplying each term by a constant.
- The act of moving from one thing to another.
- (music, countable) A chord progression.
- The act of moving forward or proceeding in a course; motion onward.
- (exercise) The process of making an exercise more strenuous by manipulating the details of its performance like loaded weight, range of motion, angle, speed.
- a movement forward
- the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
- a series with a definite pattern of advance
- of or relating to Charles Darwin's theory of organic evolution
- Of or pertaining to the scientific views advanced by the English biologist, geologist, and naturalist Charles Darwin, especially his theory that living organisms evolve through the natural selection of inherited variations that increase organisms' ability to compete, survive, and reproduce.
- (by extension) Competitive, especially in a ruthless manner.
- (chiefly historical) Of or pertaining to the philosophical and scientific views, or poetic style, of the natural philosopher, physiologist, and poet Erasmus Darwin.
- (by extension) Exhibiting an ability to adapt or develop in order to survive; adaptable.
- (by extension) Of or pertaining to Darwinism, which includes the theories of Charles Darwin and other scientists.
- Of or pertaining to Darwin, the capital city of the Northern Territory, Australia.
- a theory of organic evolution claiming that acquired characteristics are transmitted to offspring
- (evolutionary theory, historical) The theory that structural variations, characteristic of species and genera, are produced in animals and plants by the direct influence of physical environments, and especially, in the case of animals, by effort, or by use or disuse of certain organs.
- undergo development or evolution
- work out
- gain through experience
- To move in regular procession through a system.
- (chemistry) To give off (a gas such as carbon dioxide or oxygen) during a chemical reaction.
- To change, to transform.
- To move (something) in regular procession through a system.
- To change or transform (something).
- Of a population: to acquire or develop (a trait) in the process of biological evolution.
- (biology) Of a trait; to develop within a population through biological evolution.
- (chiefly passive voice) To cause (a population, a species, etc.) to change genetic composition over successive generations through the process of evolution.
- To cause (something) to come into being or develop.
- (biology) A greater than normal (evolutionary) adaptation.
- The overapplication of phonological adaptations from one language variety to another beyond what is justified by the etymological correspondences between the two varieties, resulting in artificial, ahistorical forms that are not part of either variety; sometimes done as a form of exaggeration for stylistic effect.
- A term coined via this process.
- (evolutionary theory) The view that many traits of organisms are evolved adaptations.
- (evolutionary theory) A set of methods for distinguishing traits resulting from adaptation from those arising through other processes.
- (derogatory, evolutionary theory) The belief that all traits are adaptations brought about by natural selection, when some are only functionless by-products (also called "spandrels").
- The process in which two or more populations accumulate genetic changes (mutations) through time.
- The state or degree of being divergent: of diverging.
- (calculus) The operator which maps a function F=(F₁, ... Fₙ) from a n-dimensional vector space to itself to the function ∑ᵢ₌₁ⁿ(∂F_i)/(∂x_i).
- a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions
- an infinite series that has no limit
- a variation that deviates from the standard or norm
- the act of moving away in different direction from a common point
- the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes
- metamorphism that occurs deep under the earth's surface; changes simple minerals into complex minerals
- a distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner
- (functional programming) A generalization of the list-producing unfolds known from functional programming to arbitrary abstract data types that can be described as final coalgebras.
- the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes
- a distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner
- The use of this kind of image distortion.
- A distorted image of an object that may be viewed correctly from a specific angle or with a specific mirror.
- (mycology, lichenology) An abnormal form of some lichens or fungi that gives the appearance of a different species.
- (biology) A form of limited metamorphosis in some arthropods.
- (biology) A sudden change from one generation to the next; a mutation.
- A leap, jump or dance.
- (biology) The act of jumping, or hopping, using all legs simultaneously (although the contribution to motion is typically made chiefly by the hind legs).
- (geology, fluid mechanics) The transport of loose particles by a fluid (such as wind or flowing water).
- Beating or palpitation.
- Any abrupt transition.
- (genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species
- taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
- an abrupt transition
- a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
- (geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface
- (usually uncountable) Initialism of genetic modification.
- (countable, roleplaying games) Initialism of game master, game mistress, or game moderator.
- (countable) Initialism of George Medal.
- (usually uncountable) Initialism of genital mutilation.
- (countable, also attributively) Initialism of gender minority.
- (countable) Initialism of gold master.
- (countable) Initialism of general manager.
- (countable, chess) Initialism of Grandmaster or grandmaster.
- (countable, MLE, slang) Initialism of gang member.
- (usually uncountable, nautical, engineering, physics) Metacentric height, a measure of a ship's static stability in roll.
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- a theory of organic evolution claiming that new species arise and are perpetuated by natural selection
- (evolutionary theory, uncountable) Charles Darwin's theory regarding the evolution of living organisms through natural selection (set out chiefly in his works On the Origin of Species, 1859; and The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex, 1871); also, belief in this theory.
- (generally, countable, uncountable) A process of gradual evolution; also, ruthless competition for achievement or survival.
- (biology, uncountable) Any of various theories in biology which apply aspects of Darwin's theory (noun sense 1) such as adaptation, competition, or gradual evolution; also, belief in such a theory.
- (uncountable) Short for neo-Darwinism (“the synthesis of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution through natural selection with the modern genetic understanding of heredity”).
- (biology, poetic, historical) Erasmus Darwin's poetic style, or theory of natural philosophy suggesting that living organisms developed from simpler lifeforms (set out in his work Zoonomia, 1794–1796).
- (pseudoscience, uncountable) Any of various theories, now generally discredited, which apply aspects of Darwin's theory (noun sense 1) to other situations such as the development of ideas, organizations, or social groups.
- (biology) The belief that evolution takes place in sudden jumps.
- (music) A musical style, prevalent in Europe in the mid-20th century, based around separate tones rather than overarching compositional structures.
- (Buddhism) The view that there is no ongoing individual person but rather a series of experiences.
- (uncountable) The belief in the universal presence of evolution.
- (countable) Any of several theories that explain the evolution of systems or organisms.
- (uncountable) The advocacy of Darwinian evolution by natural selection (Darwinism).
- (biology) a scientific theory of the origin of species of plants and animals
- A theory of evolution, holding that evolutionary change tends to be characterized by long periods of stability, or equilibrium, punctuated by episodes of very fast development.
- a theory of evolution holding that evolutionary change in the fossil record came in fits and starts rather than in a steady process of slow change
- (uncountable, evolutionary theory) The process of change that an organism undergoes to be better suited to its environment.
- (countable, authorship) An artistic work that has been adapted from a different medium.
- (countable, evolutionary theory) An instance of an organism undergoing change, or the structure or behavior that is changed.
- (countable) A change that is made or undergone to suit a condition or environment.
- (uncountable) The process of adapting something or becoming adapted to a situation; adjustment, modification.
- (uncountable) The process of adapting an artistic work from a different medium.
- (sociology) The means by which social groups adapt to different social and physical environments.
- a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form
- (physiology) the responsive adjustment of a sense organ (as the eye) to varying conditions (as of light)
- the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions)
- the evolution of a biological species
- (medicine, pathology) The determination of which species are present in a fluid or tissue specimen, bacterial culture, or viral culture.
- (taxonomy) The process by which new distinct species evolve.
- (chemistry) The formation of different (inorganic) species (especially of ions) as the environment changes.
- (biology) The belief that evolution proceeds at a steady pace, without the sudden development of new species or biological features from one generation to the next.
- (transferred sense) The belief that some phenomenon occurs gradually over a long period of time.
- (politics) The belief that change ought to be brought about in small, discrete increments rather than in abrupt strokes such as revolutions or uprisings.
- The elaboration of Darwin's theory of evolution that incorporates knowledge about genetics.
- Any of various theories, such as intelligent design, that seek to reconcile Darwinian evolution with Christian theology.
- A model of cultural evolution associated with Leslie White and Julian Steward that seeks to define the forces that cause cultures to change.
- Any of various theories that examine the alteration or enhancement of humanity as a result of technology and/or cultural adaptation.
- Development, increase, evolution.
- (mathematics) A sequence obtained by adding or multiplying each term by a constant.
- The act of moving from one thing to another.
- (music, countable) A chord progression.
- The act of moving forward or proceeding in a course; motion onward.
- (exercise) The process of making an exercise more strenuous by manipulating the details of its performance like loaded weight, range of motion, angle, speed.
- a movement forward
- the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
- a series with a definite pattern of advance
- a theory of organic evolution claiming that acquired characteristics are transmitted to offspring
- (evolutionary theory, historical) The theory that structural variations, characteristic of species and genera, are produced in animals and plants by the direct influence of physical environments, and especially, in the case of animals, by effort, or by use or disuse of certain organs.
- (biology) A greater than normal (evolutionary) adaptation.
- The overapplication of phonological adaptations from one language variety to another beyond what is justified by the etymological correspondences between the two varieties, resulting in artificial, ahistorical forms that are not part of either variety; sometimes done as a form of exaggeration for stylistic effect.
- A term coined via this process.
- (evolutionary theory) The view that many traits of organisms are evolved adaptations.
- (evolutionary theory) A set of methods for distinguishing traits resulting from adaptation from those arising through other processes.
- (derogatory, evolutionary theory) The belief that all traits are adaptations brought about by natural selection, when some are only functionless by-products (also called "spandrels").
- The process in which two or more populations accumulate genetic changes (mutations) through time.
- The state or degree of being divergent: of diverging.
- (calculus) The operator which maps a function F=(F₁, ... Fₙ) from a n-dimensional vector space to itself to the function ∑ᵢ₌₁ⁿ(∂F_i)/(∂x_i).
- a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions
- an infinite series that has no limit
- a variation that deviates from the standard or norm
- the act of moving away in different direction from a common point
- the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes
- metamorphism that occurs deep under the earth's surface; changes simple minerals into complex minerals
- a distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner
- (functional programming) A generalization of the list-producing unfolds known from functional programming to arbitrary abstract data types that can be described as final coalgebras.
- the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes
- a distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner
- The use of this kind of image distortion.
- A distorted image of an object that may be viewed correctly from a specific angle or with a specific mirror.
- (mycology, lichenology) An abnormal form of some lichens or fungi that gives the appearance of a different species.
- (biology) A form of limited metamorphosis in some arthropods.
- (biology) A sudden change from one generation to the next; a mutation.
- A leap, jump or dance.
- (biology) The act of jumping, or hopping, using all legs simultaneously (although the contribution to motion is typically made chiefly by the hind legs).
- (geology, fluid mechanics) The transport of loose particles by a fluid (such as wind or flowing water).
- Beating or palpitation.
- Any abrupt transition.
- (genetics) a mutation that drastically changes the phenotype of an organism or species
- taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
- an abrupt transition
- a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
- (geology) the leaping movement of sand or soil particles as they are transported in a fluid medium over an uneven surface
- (usually uncountable) Initialism of genetic modification.
- (countable, roleplaying games) Initialism of game master, game mistress, or game moderator.
- (countable) Initialism of George Medal.
- (usually uncountable) Initialism of genital mutilation.
- (countable, also attributively) Initialism of gender minority.
- (countable) Initialism of gold master.
- (countable) Initialism of general manager.
- (countable, chess) Initialism of Grandmaster or grandmaster.
- (countable, MLE, slang) Initialism of gang member.
- (usually uncountable, nautical, engineering, physics) Metacentric height, a measure of a ship's static stability in roll.
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- undergo development or evolution
- work out
- gain through experience
- To move in regular procession through a system.
- (chemistry) To give off (a gas such as carbon dioxide or oxygen) during a chemical reaction.
- To change, to transform.
- To move (something) in regular procession through a system.
- To change or transform (something).
- Of a population: to acquire or develop (a trait) in the process of biological evolution.
- (biology) Of a trait; to develop within a population through biological evolution.
- (chiefly passive voice) To cause (a population, a species, etc.) to change genetic composition over successive generations through the process of evolution.
- To cause (something) to come into being or develop.
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- of or relating to Charles Darwin's theory of organic evolution
- Of or pertaining to the scientific views advanced by the English biologist, geologist, and naturalist Charles Darwin, especially his theory that living organisms evolve through the natural selection of inherited variations that increase organisms' ability to compete, survive, and reproduce.
- (by extension) Competitive, especially in a ruthless manner.
- (chiefly historical) Of or pertaining to the philosophical and scientific views, or poetic style, of the natural philosopher, physiologist, and poet Erasmus Darwin.
- (by extension) Exhibiting an ability to adapt or develop in order to survive; adaptable.
- (by extension) Of or pertaining to Darwinism, which includes the theories of Charles Darwin and other scientists.
- Of or pertaining to Darwin, the capital city of the Northern Territory, Australia.