Word
biosynthesis
Phoneticsbiosyn·the·sis
/ˌbaɪoʊˈsɪnθɛsɪs/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the process by which living things make complex chemicals from simpler ones. It is the way your body creates things like hormones or the energy you need to live.
n. the process by which living organisms produce complex organic molecules from simpler substances. Involves both genetic and enzymatic control to assemble specific biomolecules.
Examples
“The body uses biosynthesis to create new cells.”
“Scientists are studying the biosynthesis of specific compounds to develop more effective and sustainable pharmaceuticals.”
“The discovery of the biosynthesis pathway for a rare antibiotic has opened new avenues for synthetic biology and industrial fermentation techniques.”
Examples
simple
“The body uses biosynthesis to create new cells.”
contextual
“Scientists are studying the biosynthesis of specific compounds to develop more effective and sustainable pharmaceuticals.”
complex
“The discovery of the biosynthesis pathway for a rare antibiotic has opened new avenues for synthetic biology and industrial fermentation techniques.”
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ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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