lesion
0 antonyms and opposites of lesion, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An area of damaged or diseased tissue, such as a wound, sore, or abnormal patch on the skin or an organ.
How to use lesion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin laesio, "an injury," from laedere, "to hurt or damage."
Full origin of lesion →Frequently asked questions
What does “lesion” mean?
The word “lesion” means an area of damaged or diseased tissue, such as a wound, sore, or abnormal patch on the skin or an organ. In plain terms, a patch of damaged tissue somewhere on or in the body, caused by injury or disease.
How do you pronounce “lesion”?
“Lesion” is pronounced LEE-zhuhn (/ˈliːʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “lesion” in a sentence?
Here is “lesion” used in a sentence: “The doctor spotted a small lesion on the patient's arm and ordered a biopsy.”
What part of speech is “lesion”?
“Lesion” is a noun.
Where does the word “lesion” come from?
The word “lesion” comes from Latin. From Latin laesio, "an injury," from laedere, "to hurt or damage.".