ORTHOGENESIS

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There is 1 meaning of the word Orthogenesis.

The hypothesis that evolution tends toward a certain goal, at least at some scales.

"Scientists debate the validity of orthogenesis as a mechanism for evolutionary change."

"The concept of orthogenesis has been largely discredited by modern evolutionary biology."

"Some paleontologists argue that certain fossil records provide evidence of orthogenesis."

"The study of orthogenesis explores the patterns and trends of evolutionary change."

"The theory of orthogenesis suggests that evolution proceeds in a predetermined direction."

Is ORTHOGENESIS a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, orthogenesis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU

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ORTHOGENESIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is ORTHOGENESIS a valid Words With Friends word?

Yes, orthogenesis is valid for Words With Friends

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ORTHOGENESIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

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Yes, orthogenesis is valid for WordFeud

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ORTHOGENESIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.