Definition

A growth or part that is not normal or wanted, often seen as unnecessary or unattractive.

Example

The tree had an excrescence that made it look unusual.

Conversation

Have you ever seen that strange excrescence on the old tree in the park?

Yeah, it's pretty weird looking, right?

I wonder what caused that excrescence; it looks almost like a tumor.

Maybe it's just a fungus or something, nature can be so odd sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Excrescence → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or away from) and "crescere" (meaning to grow). The word describes something that grows out from a surface, often in an abnormal or unwanted way.

Memory Tip

Think of something that grows 'out of' ('ex-') a surface — that's why excrescence refers to an abnormal growth.

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