Definition

Related to or characteristic of a dead body.

Example

The researchers studied cadaveric tissue to understand the effects of certain diseases.

Conversation

Did you hear about the cadaveric studies they are doing at the university?

Yeah, I read about that! It's fascinating how they learn from it.

I find it a bit creepy, though, to work with something so cadaveric.

True, but it’s important for medical science.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cadaveric → It is formed from "cadaver" (from Latin "cadaver", meaning dead body) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "cadaveric" refers to something that is related to or resembling a dead body.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for dead body, 'cadaver', to remember that 'cadaveric' means related to a dead body.

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