inbred
word
Definition
Describes an animal, plant, or sometimes a group that has been produced by breeding closely related individuals, often leading to reduced genetic diversity and potential health or quality problems.
Usage & Nuances
Usually technical or formal; used in biology, genetics, and sometimes as a metaphor for insular communities. Negative connotation, suggesting problems from lack of diversity. Not typically used for people directly in polite conversation.
Example Sentences
The farm avoided using inbred animals to keep the herd healthy.
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Inbred plants often have weaker resistance to disease.
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Scientists study how being inbred affects animals’ growth.
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Over generations, the dogs became highly inbred, leading to health problems.
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He used the term 'inbred' jokingly to describe a small, isolated town.
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Some purebred horses are so inbred that breeders worry about their long-term fitness.
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