cancerous - Master This Word
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cancerous Word Meanings
- related to cancer
- having cancer
- characterized by uncontrolled cell growth
cancerous Example Sentences
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cancerous Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈkænsərəs/
US
/ˈkænsərəs/
cancerous Word Etymology
The word 'cancerous' breaks down into 'cancer' (Latin 'cancer' meaning 'crab', likened to the way tumors spread) and the suffix '-ous' meaning 'full of'. It originates from Latin, passed into Old French, and then into English. Visualize a crab scuttling sideways, representing how cancerous cells spread throughout the body.
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Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'cancerous'?
A.Promoting health
B.Energetic and lively
C.Relating to cancer
D.Contagious diseases
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses 'cancerous' correctly?
A.The doctors found a cancerous tumor in the patient's body.
B.The plants in the garden are cancerous and thrive in sunlight.
C.He made a cancerous decision while driving too fast.
D.Her outlook on life was very cancerous.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'cancerous'?
A.Benign
B.Malignant
C.Healthy
D.Vibrant
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'cancerous'?
A.Tumorous
B.Safe
C.Benign
D.Invasive
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context related to 'cancerous'?
A.The doctor explained that the lesion was dangerous and needed to be removed soon.
B.After the tests, it was confirmed that the growth was cancerous.
C.She always sought healthy foods and exercise to improve her health.
D.The sudden change in his energy levels motivated him to adopt a more active lifestyle.
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