eugenics
noun/juˈdʒɛnɪks/
Frequency rank: #13,443 most common English word
Meaning
The study or practice of attempting to improve the genetic qualities of the human population, typically by controlling reproduction.
Example sentence
The government's promotion of eugenics led to forced sterilization programs that violated basic human rights.
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