achromia

/ækroʊmiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition of the skin characterized by the loss of pigmentation, resulting in areas of skin with little or no melanin.

“The dermatologist diagnosed the patient with achromia, caused by prolonged exposure to the sun.”

Synonyms

  • depigmentation
  • hypopigmentation

Antonyms

  • hyperpigmentation
  • melanosis