Definition

In a way that relates to the classification of organisms based on common ancestry and evolutionary relationships.

Example

The species were grouped cladistically to show their evolutionary connections.

Conversation

Did you read that article about animal classification?

I did! It explained how species are grouped cladistically.

Right? I found it fascinating how they determine relationships.

Absolutely! It's interesting to see how evolution connects different species.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cladistically → It is formed from "clad" (from Greek "klados", meaning branch) and "-istic" (meaning pertaining to). The term refers to a method of classification based on common ancestry and branching evolutionary relationships.

Memory Tip

Think of 'branches' ('clad') in a family tree to remember that 'cladistically' relates to classifying based on shared ancestry.

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