Definition

Relating to something that originates from within the same individual or is self-generated, often used in medical contexts.

Example

The doctor recommended an autogenous vaccine to boost the patient's immune system.

Conversation

I read about this new treatment that's autogenous in nature.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It means the treatment uses the body's own cells to heal itself, which is pretty cool.

That sounds amazing! It's like the body can fix itself without any outside help.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Autogenous is formed from "auto-" (meaning self) and "genes" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by). The word describes something that is produced or generated by itself.

Memory Tip

Think of 'self' ('auto-') and 'produced' ('genes') to remember that autogenous means something that is generated by itself.

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