1. plural of heredity; the passing of traits, characteristics, or diseases from parents to offspring through genes
Usage: Usually used in scientific or medical contexts; Often appears in discussions of genetics and inheritance
2. plural of heredity; inherited characteristics or genetic makeup considered collectively
Usage: Formal or technical usage

Examples

• The study examined how different heredities affected disease susceptibility across populations.
• Scientists compared the heredities of identical twins to understand genetic influence.
• The debate between nature and nurture often focuses on the role of heredities in human development.
• Medical records documented the heredities of various genetic disorders in the family.
• Researchers analyzed multiple heredities to identify common patterns in inheritance.
• The heredities of both parents contributed equally to the child's genetic makeup.