Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cytotoxic
Adjective
/ˌsaɪtəʊˈtɒksɪk/
Definition
Refers to a substance or process that is destructive to cells.
Examples
- Cytotoxic therapy is often used in cancer treatment to kill rapidly dividing cells.
- The cytotoxic effects of the chemical led to severe tissue damage.
Meaning
Cytotoxic agents can kill or damage cells, commonly linked with certain drugs or the immune response in diseases.
Synonyms
- Cell-killing
- Cell destructive
- Cell-damaging
