Definition

A medical professional who focuses on diagnosing and treating cancer.

Example

The oncologist recommended a new treatment plan for the patient.

Conversation

I heard you visited an oncologist recently, how did it go?

It went well! The doctor was really nice and explained everything clearly.

That's great to hear! Did they recommend any specific treatments?

Yes, they suggested a few options, and I'm feeling hopeful about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oncologist → It is formed from "onkos" (from Greek, meaning mass or tumor) and "-logist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). An oncologist is a specialist who studies or treats tumors or cancer.

Memory Tip

Think of an oncologist as someone who studies 'masses' or 'tumors' ('onkos') in the field of medicine, which helps you remember that they focus on cancer.

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