Definition

In a way that occurs naturally or spontaneously without external influence.

Example

The cells grew autogenously in the lab, without the need for additional stimuli.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how ideas can develop autogenously in a group discussion?

Yeah, it's interesting how creativity sparks from just a conversation.

Right? Sometimes the best solutions come up without any planning at all.

Exactly! It's like the group energy brings out the best ideas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Autogenously → It is formed from "auto-" (from Greek "αὐτός" meaning self) and "genous" (from Greek "γένος" meaning origin or kind). The word "autogenously" means originating from oneself or self-generated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'self' ('auto-') and 'origin' ('genous') to remember that 'autogenously' refers to something that originates from itself.

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