cytostatic

/saɪˈtɒstætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or pertaining to the inhibition of cell division

“The cytostatic effect of the new medication showed promising results in clinical trials.”

2. noun

a substance that inhibits cell division

“The cytostatic agent used in chemotherapy helped reduce the tumor’s growth.”

Synonyms

  • anticancer
  • cytotoxic

Antonyms

  • cytogenic
  • proliferative