oncologic

/ɒŋˈkɒlədʒɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the study of tumors and cancer

“The oncologic center offered cutting-edge treatment options for patients with cancer.”

2. noun

the branch of medicine that deals with tumors and cancer

“He specialized in oncologic research and worked tirelessly to find a cure for the disease.”

Synonyms

  • cancerous
  • neoplastic
  • oncological

Antonyms

  • benign
  • noncancerous