Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cancer-scare

noun

/ˈkæn.sɚ skeər/

Definition

A cancer-scare is a period of anxiety or worry regarding the possibility of a cancer diagnosis, often prompted by symptoms, personal experiences, or external information such as media coverage.

Examples

After the health report, she went through a significant cancer-scare.
The sudden surge in cancer-scares in the community led to increased awareness and screening programs.
His family faced a cancer-scare when symptoms started showing up, but fortunately, it was nothing serious.

Meaning

It typically refers to the fear and concern that arises when an individual suspects they may have cancer or when they learn about a loved one being diagnosed with the disease.