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Cancerous

usgb/ˈkænsərəs/Volume
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Medical Context

Use 'cancerous' to describe anything that physically relates to the disease, typically in medical or scientific settings.

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The biopsy confirmed that the lesion was cancerous.
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Not Always Deadly

'Cancerous' doesn't always mean fatal; some cancerous cells can be treated or removed.

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She underwent surgery to remove a cancerous mole.
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Emotional Weight

The term can evoke fear or concern; be sensitive when using it in personal conversations.

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The family discussed the cancerous diagnosis with care.
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