Definitions and Examples of exogamous, outbred
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Relating to or characterized by the custom of marrying outside the limits of a community, clan, or tribe.
Example
In some cultures, exogamous marriages are preferred to strengthen political alliances.
Bred from parents not closely related genetically.
Example
The puppies were healthy because they were outbred and had a diverse genetic makeup.
Key Differences: exogamous vs outbred
- 1Exogamous refers to the custom of marrying outside a community, while endogamous refers to marrying within the same community.
- 2Outbred refers to animals bred from parents not closely related genetically, while endogamous and exogamous refer to human marriage customs.
Effective Usage of exogamous, outbred
- 1Anthropology: Use endogamous and exogamous to describe marriage customs in different cultures.
- 2Genetics: Use outbred to describe animals with diverse genetic makeup.
- 3Sociology: Use endogamous and exogamous to describe social structures and relationships.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct meanings: Exogamous refers to marrying outside a community, while endogamous refers to marrying within the same community. Outbred refers to animals bred from parents not closely related genetically. These words can be used in anthropology, genetics, and sociology to describe different customs, structures, and relationships.
