embryonic
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for embryonic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to an embryo or its stage of development.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
embryologic
embryotic
embryonal
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Relating to an embryo or its stage of development.
“Embryonic cells can develop into many different tissue types.”
embryologic
embryotic
embryonal
2. adj
Very early in development; not yet fully formed.
“The project was still at an embryonic stage when funding was cut.”
Opposites
How to use embryonic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
embryonic stage
embryonic development
still embryonic
Etymology
Comes from New Latin embryonicus.
Full origin of embryonic →Frequently asked questions
What does “embryonic” mean?
The word “embryonic” means relating to an embryo or its stage of development. In plain terms, relating to an embryo, or — more generally — describing something at a very early, undeveloped stage.
How do you pronounce “embryonic”?
“Embryonic” is pronounced EHM-bree-on-ihk (/ˈɛm.bɹi.ɒn.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “embryonic” in a sentence?
Here is “embryonic” used in a sentence: “Embryonic cells can develop into many different tissue types.”
What is another word for “embryonic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “embryonic” include embryonal.
What part of speech is “embryonic”?
“Embryonic” is an adjective.
Is “embryonic” a common word?
“Embryonic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “embryonic” have?
“Embryonic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to an embryo or its stage of development.
