What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
homozygous
Example
The flowers are homozygous for the red color gene. [homozygous: adjective]
Example
If both parents are homozygous for the recessive gene, their offspring will also be homozygous. [homozygous: noun]
inbred
Example
The inbred mice had a higher incidence of genetic disorders. [inbred: adjective]
Example
The royal family was known for their practice of inbreeding to maintain their bloodline. [inbreeding: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Homozygous is a more technical term and is less commonly used in everyday language, while inbred is more commonly used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between homozygous and inbred?
Homozygous is a more formal term that is typically used in scientific or technical contexts, while inbred is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
