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Meaning of "epigenetic" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF EPIGENETIC

epigenetic  [ˌɛpɪdʒɪˈnɛtɪk] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF EPIGENETIC

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Epigenetic is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES EPIGENETIC MEAN IN ENGLISH?

epigenetic

Epigenetics

In biology, and specifically genetics, epigenetics is the study of heritable changes in gene activity that are not caused by changes in the DNA sequence; it also can be used to describe the study of stable, long-term alterations in the transcriptional potential of a cell that are not necessarily heritable. Unlike simple genetics based on changes to the DNA sequence, the changes in gene expression or cellular phenotype of epigenetics have other causes, thus use of the term epi- -genetics. In plainer language, epigenetics is the study of changes in the expression of genes caused by certain base pairs in DNA, or RNA, being "turned off" or "turned on" again, through chemical reactions. The term also refers to the changes themselves: functionally relevant changes to the genome that do not involve a change in the nucleotide sequence. Examples of mechanisms that produce such changes are DNA methylation and histone modification, each of which alters how genes are expressed without altering the underlying DNA sequence. Gene expression can be controlled through the action of repressor proteins that attach to silencer regions of the DNA.

Definition of epigenetic in the English dictionary

The definition of epigenetic in the dictionary is of or relating to epigenesis. Other definition of epigenetic is denoting processes by which heritable modifications in gene function occur without a change in the sequence of the DNA.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH EPIGENETIC


akinetic
eɪkɪˈnɛtɪk
androgenetic
ˌændrəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk
dyskinetic
ˌdɪskɪˈnɛtɪk
electrokinetic
ɪˌlɛktrəʊkɪˈnɛtɪk
frenetic
frɪˈnɛtɪk
genetic
dʒɪˈnɛtɪk
hydrokinetic
ˌhaɪdrəʊkɪˈnɛtɪk
hyperkinetic
ˌhaɪpəkɪˈnɛtɪk
immunogenetic
ˌɪmjʊnəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk
kinetic
kɪˈnɛtɪk
morphogenetic
ˌmɔːfəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk
nongenetic
ˌnɒndʒɪˈnɛtɪk
ontogenetic
ˌɒntədʒɪˈnɛtɪk
parthenogenetic
ˌpɑːθɪnəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk
petrogenetic
ˌpɛtrəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk
phrenetic
frɪˈnɛtɪk
phylogenetic
ˌfaɪləʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk
psychokinetic
ˌsaɪkəʊkɪˈnɛtɪk
splenetic
splɪˈnɛtɪk
telekinetic
ˌtɛlɪkɪˈnɛtɪk

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE EPIGENETIC

epigamic
epigastria
epigastrial
epigastric
epigastrium
epigeal
epigean
epigene
epigenesis
epigenesist
epigenetically
epigenetics
epigenist
epigenous
epigeous
epiglottal
epiglottic
epiglottides
epiglottis
epignathous

WORDS THAT END LIKE EPIGENETIC

aeromagnetic
agenetic
antimagnetic
athletic
biogenetic
cybernetic
cytogenetic
diagenetic
diamagnetic
electromagnetic
ferrimagnetic
ferromagnetic
geomagnetic
gyromagnetic
isokinetic
magnetic
nonmagnetic
paramagnetic
pathogenetic
pharmacokinetic
phonetic

Synonyms and antonyms of epigenetic in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «epigenetic» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF EPIGENETIC

Find out the translation of epigenetic to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of epigenetic from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «epigenetic» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

后生
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

epigenética
570 millions of speakers

English

epigenetic
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

epigenetic
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

جينية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

эпигенетические
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

epigenética
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

এপিজেনেটিক
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

épigénétique
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Epigenetik
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

epigenetische
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

エピジェネティックな
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

후생 유전 학적
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Epigenetik
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

biểu sinh
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

எபிஜெனிடிக்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

इपिजिनेटिक
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

epigenetik
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

epigenetica
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

epigenetyczne
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

епігенетичні
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

epigenetice
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

επιγενετική
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

epigenetiese
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

epigenetisk
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

epigenetisk
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of epigenetic

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «EPIGENETIC»

The term «epigenetic» is quite widely used and occupies the 53.283 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «EPIGENETIC» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about epigenetic

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «EPIGENETIC»

Discover the use of epigenetic in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to epigenetic and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Epigenetic Principles of Evolution
This is the first and only book, so far, to deal with the causal basis of evolution from an epigenetic view.
Nelson Çabej, 2012
2
Epigenetic Aspects of Chronic Diseases
This book provides new insights into treatment, including modulation of epigenetic regulation.
Helmtrud I. Roach, Felix Bronner, Richard O.C. Oreffo, 2011
3
The Epigenetics Revolution: How Modern Biology is Rewriting ...
This is epigenetics and it's the fastest-moving field in biology today. The Epigenetics Revolution traces the thrilling path this discipline has taken over the last twenty years.
Nessa Carey, 2011
4
The Epigenetics Revolution: How Modern Bilogy is Rewriting ...
Surveying the twenty-year history of the field while also highlighting its latest findings and innovations, this volume provides a readily understandable introduction to the foundations of epigenetics.
Nessa Carey, 2013
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The Epigenetics Revolution: How Modern Biology is Rewriting ...
Introduces the new field that may revolutionize the understanding of human health and disease.
Nessa Carey, 2012
6
Epigenetic Epidemiology
This book covers the basic concepts of epigenetic epidemiology, discusses challenges in study design and interpretation, the influence of environmental factors on shaping the epigenome, the role of epigenetics in the developmental origins ...
Karin B. Michels, 2012
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Epigenetic Regulation in the Nervous System: Basic ...
This award-winning volume spans molecular epigenetics, development, cellular physiology and biochemistry, synaptic and neural plasticity, and behavioral models, and is unique in covering epigenetically based disorders of the central nervous ...
J. David Sweatt, Michael J. Meaney, Eric J. Nestler, 2012
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Nutrition, Epigenetic Mechanisms, and Human Disease
This book illustrates nutrition’s influence on epigenetic inheritance and the mechanisms underlying the modification of the metabolic imprint of an individual.
Nilanjana Maulik, Gautam Maulik, 2010
9
Epigenetic Risks of Cloning
This book offers an excellent opportunity to become acquainted with the current state of cloning, both the methods being utilized, as well as the risks being realized.
Akio Inui, 2005
10
Epigenetic Alterations in Oncogenesis
The purpose of this book is to provide an up to date review of the nature and consequences of epigenetic changes in cancer.
Adam R. Karpf, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «EPIGENETIC»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term epigenetic is used in the context of the following news items.
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Epigenetic activities of flavonoids in the prevention and treatment of …
Aberrant epigenetic modifications are described in an increasing number of pathological conditions, including neurodegenerative diseases, ... «7thSpace Interactive, Jul 15»
2
Cancer Genetics Appoints Rita Shaknovich, M.D., Ph.D., as Group …
... both clinical and research capacities, including leading her own lab focused on epigenetic and genetic mechanisms of B-cell Malignancies. «Satellite PR News, Jul 15»
3
An evaluation of statistical methods for DNA methylation microarray …
DNA methylation offers an excellent example for elucidating how epigenetic information affects gene expression. β values and M values are commonly used to ... «BMC Blogs Network, Jul 15»
4
EDCs interfere with regulation of placenta, study finds
They are a heritable, epigenetic mechanism which is not yet fully understood (GBB February 2012). The study found phthalate metabolites and ... «Chemical Watch, Jul 15»
5
Epizyme Announces Extension of Celgene Research Collaboration
BUSINESS WIRE)--Epizyme, Inc. (NASDAQ: EPZM), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company creating novel epigenetic therapies for cancer ... «Business Wire, Jul 15»
6
OPINION: Africa & homosexuality, where science meets morality
Empirical records support biological findings that sexual orientation is determined by genetic and epigenetic factors prior to birth, and is not ... «Eyewitness News, Jul 15»
7
HemoShear Therapeutics Names Robert Gould to Board of Directors
He has guided Epizyme's growth and development into a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company, developing novel epigenetic therapies for ... «PR Newswire, Jul 15»
8
National PTSD research program includes San Antonio facility
“What we're going to be able to do is use this valuable brain resource to quickly uncover what are the unique set of genetic and epigenetic ... «San Antonio Express-News, Jul 15»
9
4SC raised €29M to impulse its Epigenetic Oncology Candidate
4SC secured €29M to push resminostat, the company's epigenetic cancer compound, through Phase II in patients with lymphoma. «Labiotech.eu, Jul 15»
10
Human disease epigenomics 2.0
Epigenetic studies are mostly focused on testing the abundant 5-methylcytosine (5mC) modification, where a methyl group is attached to a ... «Medical Xpress, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Epigenetic [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/epigenetic>. Apr 2024 ».
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