Bioinformatics Terms

adjective corresponding in structure and in origin, but not necessarily in function

• The two proteins share a homologous structure, indicating a common evolutionary origin.
• These two genes are homologous, meaning they have a similar genetic makeup.
• Those two cars look so homologous, they could be twins!
• The artist used homologous colors in the painting to create a sense of harmony.

adverb relating to or using algorithms, which are step-by-step procedures for calculations or problem-solving

• The data was processed algorithmically to identify patterns and trends.
• The computer figured it out all by itself using some fancy algorithmically thing.
• The app just does its thing algorithmically, you don't even have to think about it.
• She approached the problem algorithmically, breaking it down step by step.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

• The research paper discusses the implications of ackgt in the field of genetics.
• I have no idea what ackgt stands for, do you?
• Ackgt is so confusing, I can't wrap my head around it.
• Her emotions were a swirling ackgt of conflicting feelings.