Definition

The condition of causing or promoting the formation of tumors or cancer.

Example

The oncogenicity of certain viruses has been extensively studied in cancer research.

Conversation

Have you heard about the latest research on cancer and its oncogenicity?

Yeah, I read a bit about it; it's fascinating how certain factors can influence it.

It's crazy to think about how much we still don’t know about oncogenicity and its implications.

Absolutely! It's a reminder of why ongoing research is so important.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oncogenicity → It is formed from "onco-" (from Greek "onkos", meaning mass or tumor) and "-genic" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by) and "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "oncogenicity" refers to the state or condition of being capable of causing tumors or cancer.

Memory Tip

Think of 'onkos' meaning mass or tumor, and 'genic' meaning produced by — this helps you remember that oncogenicity refers to the condition of causing tumors.

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