Definition

In a manner that involves very low temperatures, close to absolute zero.

Example

The samples were preserved cryogenically to maintain their integrity.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new method of preserving cells?cryogenically is supposed to be the most effective.

Really? I didn't know that! How does it work?

They freeze the cells at really low temperatures to keep them viable for longer.

That's fascinating! Science keeps getting more advanced every day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cryogenically → It is formed from "cryo-" (from Greek "kryos", meaning cold or frost) and "-genic" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by). The word "cryogenically" refers to processes or conditions that are produced by or related to extremely low temperatures.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cold' ('cryo-') and 'produced by' ('-genic') to remember that cryogenically relates to processes involving very low temperatures.

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