cancer

[kan-ser] / ˈkæn sər /

NOUN

malignant growth

Synonyms

STRONGEST

corruption disease malignancy sickness tumor

STRONG

C canker carcinoma

WEAK

big C long illness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

health wholesomeness

WEAK

benignity

Example Sentences

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For more than two decades, scientists have explored a group of cancer drugs known as CD40 agonist antibodies.

From Science Daily

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with breast cancer and will continue in her role as she undergoes treatment.

From BBC

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking to rebuild a cancer ward at Scotland's largest hospital after issues with mould and water ingress.

From BBC

Tech entrepreneur used AI to help create bespoke cancer vaccine for his dog.

From MarketWatch

The drug is also approved for the treatment of biliary tract, lung, bladder and endometrial cancers.

From The Wall Street Journal