homologous
adjective/həˈmɒlədʒəs/
Frequency rank: #16,018 most common English word
Meaning
Having the same relation, structure, or position due to shared evolutionary origin.
Example sentence
The researcher noted that the two species share homologous gene sequences, suggesting they evolved from a common ancestor.
Synonyms & related words
- corresponding
- analogous
- equivalent
- related
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