dysgenics

[dis-jen-iks]

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the study of the operation of factors that cause degeneration in offspring.

dysgenics

/ dɪsˈdʒɛnɪks /

noun

1. Also called: cacogenics. (functioning as singular) the study of factors capable of reducing the quality of a race or strain, esp the human race

Word History and Origins

Origin of dysgenics¹

First recorded in 1915–20; dysgenic, -ics