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Definition of "adaptationist" [adaptationist]

  • A supporter of adaptationism. (noun)

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Use "adaptationist" in a sentence
  • "It is part of what is sometimes called the adaptationist program."
  • "This strategy of research ” the so-called adaptationist program ” is the heart of Darwinian biology, and the fervent, singular credo of the ultras."
  • "And once again we see that no matter what is observed, there is a Darwinian adaptationist just-so story told by those oblivious to the teleological nature of their own stories."