Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lentiginous
Adjective
len-tij-uh-nuhs
Definition
Relating to or characterized by the presence of lentigines, which are small, pigmented spots on the skin.
Examples
- The lentiginous lesions on her arms were a sign of years spent in the sun.
- Doctors classified his skin condition as lentiginous, requiring further treatment.
- Many people develop lentiginous marks as they age and are often harmless.
Meaning
Describing something that has lentigines, often referring to spots that are brown and flat, generally associated with sun exposure.
Synonyms
- Freckled
- Spotted
- Pigmented
