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Dysgenic

Definition:

Dysgenic refers to the process or condition that leads to the decrease in the genetic quality or fitness of a population.

Examples:

As an adjective:

- The dysgenic tendencies caused by poor nutrition and limited access to healthcare resulted in a decline in the overall health of the community.

- The dysgenic effects of inbreeding can be detrimental to the long-term survival of a species.

As a noun:

- The study of dysgenics focuses on understanding the factors that contribute to the decline of genetic quality in populations.

- The introduction of eugenics programs aimed to counteract the dysgenic trends observed in certain populations.

As a verb (rare usage):

- The lack of proper education and employment opportunities can dysgenically impact the prospects for future generations.

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