Definition

Not related to or coming from living things; not involving any biological processes.

Example

The abiological processes in the environment can significantly affect the ecosystem.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new study on abiological processes in nature?

Yeah, it's fascinating how some things can happen without living organisms involved.

I didn't realize abiological factors could impact ecosystems so much.

Exactly! It really changes how we understand the environment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abiological → It is formed from "a-" (meaning without) and "biological" (from Greek "bios", meaning life, and "logia", meaning study). The word "abiological" refers to something that is without life or not related to biological processes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'a-' meaning 'without' and 'biological' relating to 'life' — so abiological means something that is without life.

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