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euphenics

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /juːˈfɛnɪks/

KK: /juˈfɛnɪks/

noun
Definition

The study or practice of improving human traits or characteristics after birth.


Example

Euphenics focuses on enhancing the phenotypic qualities of individuals through various interventions.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about euphenics and how it aims to improve human traits?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read a bit about it; it sounds quite fascinating!
Sloth A
I wonder if it could really change how we approach healthcare in the future.
Sloth B
Definitely, it could lead to some interesting discussions about ethics too.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
enhancement
improvement
augmentation
Antonyms
deterioration
decline
degradation
Root Explanation

Euphenics is formed from "eu-" (meaning good or well) and "phen-" (from Greek "phaino", meaning to show or to appear) combined with the suffix "-ics" (indicating a field of study). The word refers to the study of improving genetic traits or conditions, essentially showing or manifesting good traits.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eu-' meaning good and 'phen-' meaning to show — euphenics is about showing or improving good traits.

Visually Confused Words
euthenics
phrenics
eugenics
phenic
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