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genealogical

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌdʒiːniˈælədʒɪkəl/

KK: /ˌdʒiːniˈælədʒɪkəl/

adjective
Definition

Relating to the study of family history and ancestry.


Example

She researched her genealogical roots to learn more about her ancestors.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever looked into your genealogical background?
Sloth B
Not really, but I find it interesting how families are connected.
Sloth A
I just started researching mine, and it’s fascinating!
Sloth B
That sounds cool! I’d love to hear what you discover.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ancestral
heritage
lineal
Antonyms
unrelated
disconnected
nonfamilial
Root Explanation

Genealogical → It is formed from "genea" (from Greek, meaning generation or family) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word "genealogical" refers to the study or discourse of family generations and lineage.

Memory Tip

Think of 'genea' as relating to family or generation, and '-logy' as the study of something. This helps you remember that 'genealogical' is about the study of family lineage.

Visually Confused Words
nongenealogical
neological
naological
geological
analogical
mineralogical
gynecological
alogical
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