carcinogenic
What is another word for carcinogenic? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adjective — Causing cancer, or likely to cause it.
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How to use carcinogenic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
carcinogenic chemicals
carcinogenic substances
carcinogenic effects
potentially carcinogenic
It is a formal, scientific word, common in health and safety writing.
Etymology
Formed in English from the combining forms carcino- and -genic.
Full origin of carcinogenic →Frequently asked questions
What does carcinogenic mean?
It describes something that causes cancer or tends to cause it.
What is the difference between carcinogenic and carcinogen?
Carcinogenic is the adjective, and a carcinogen is a substance that causes cancer.
How do you say carcinogenic?
It is said kar-sin-uh-JEN-ik, with the stress on the fourth syllable.
