Definition

Describing a condition or growth that has small, wart-like projections or tumors.

Example

The doctor noted that the skin lesion was papillomatous in nature.

Conversation

I saw a documentary about skin conditions last night.

Oh really? What was it about?

They talked about different types, including papillomatous growths.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know there were so many varieties.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Papillomatous → It is formed from "papilla" (from Latin, meaning nipple or small projection) and "-omatous" (from Greek "-omatous", meaning characterized by or pertaining to). The word describes a condition characterized by the presence of small, nipple-like projections or growths.

Memory Tip

Think of 'papilla' meaning a small projection, which helps you remember that 'papillomatous' refers to a condition with small, nipple-like growths.

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