pleomorph

/ˈpliːəmɔrf, -ɔrəf/

Definitions

1. noun

Having the property of varying or changing in form.

“The pleomorph cells in the microscopic image indicated a rare disease.”

2. adjective

Having the property of varying or changing in form.

“The pleomorph appearance of the tumor made diagnosis difficult.”

Synonyms

  • metamorphic
  • pleomorphic
  • polymorphic

Antonyms

  • homomorphic
  • monomorphic