Definition

Relating to or characterized by the formation of fibrous tissue in the body, often as a result of injury or disease.

Example

The doctor explained that the fibrotic changes in the lungs could affect breathing.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new study on fibrotic diseases?

Yeah, it sounds really interesting and important for medical research.

I read that they’re trying to find new treatments for fibrotic conditions.

I hope they succeed; it could help so many people!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fibrotic → It is formed from "fibro-" (from Latin "fibra", meaning fiber) and "-tic" (a suffix used to form adjectives indicating a relationship). The word "fibrotic" refers to a condition related to or characterized by the presence of fibrous tissue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fiber' ('fibro-') which relates to the tissue in the body, and '-tic' indicates a condition. This helps you remember that 'fibrotic' describes a condition involving fibrous tissue.

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