Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
neoplastic
Adjective
/niː.əˈplæs.tɪk/
Definition
Relating to new growth, particularly in the context of abnormal or excessive tissue formation.
Examples
- The neoplastic tissue was examined for signs of malignancy.
- Doctors often study neoplastic diseases to better understand cancer development.
- Neoplastic cells can divide uncontrollably, leading to tumor formation.
Meaning
The term neoplastic is often used in a medical context, referring to conditions involving the formation of tumors, which can be benign or malignant.
Synonyms
- tumorigenic
- cancerous
- malignant
