agenesis

/əˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The congenital absence of an organ or part.

“The baby was born with agenesis of the kidney, which required immediate medical attention.”

2. noun

A developmental abnormality resulting in the absence of a part or organ.

“The researchers studied the effects of agenesis on the development of the brain in fetuses.”

Synonyms

  • aplasia
  • hypoplasia

Antonyms

  • hyperplasia
  • hypertrophy