Definition

Relating to the development or cause of disease.

Example

The researchers studied the pathogenetic factors involved in the illness.

Conversation

I was reading about how certain diseases are influenced by pathogenetic factors.

That's interesting! Can you explain what that means?

Sure! It refers to the processes that lead to the development of a disease.

Got it! So, it’s all about understanding how illnesses form.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pathogenetic → It is formed from "patho-" (from Greek "pathos", meaning suffering or disease) and "genetic" (from Greek "genesis", meaning origin or creation). The word "pathogenetic" refers to the origin or development of disease or suffering.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pathos' meaning suffering and 'genesis' meaning origin — together they help you remember that 'pathogenetic' relates to the origin of disease.

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