vitilago

/vɪtɪˈlaɪgoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A chronic skin condition characterized by the loss of pigment-producing cells, resulting in white patches on the skin.

“She suffers from vitiligo and has to wear sunscreen to protect her skin.”

Synonyms

  • albinism
  • leucism

Antonyms

  • melanin
  • pigmentation