ScienceAugust 27, 2026

unevolvability

un-ee-VOLV-uh-BIL-ih-tee

Definition

The biological property of a structure, such as a protein, that cannot be readily or efficiently modified through evolutionary processes to acquire new functions.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning not, combined with 'evolve' (from Latin 'evolvere' meaning to unfold or unroll) and the suffix '-ability' denoting capacity or capability.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe research showing that proteins are not easily modified to gain new functions, which challenges common evolutionary claims and supports the intelligent design argument.

Fighting a Battle That’s Over, and ID Won

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