What does "genetic determinism" mean?

The hypothesis that an organism's genes (as opposed to social or environmental factors) determine psychological and behavioural traits.

What is a synonym for "genetic determinism"?

Common synonyms include: geneticism.

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The hypothesis that an organism's genes (as opposed to social or environmental factors) determine psychological and behavioural traits. uncountable