Cancerous Definition

cancerous
adjective
  1. relating to or affected with cancer; "a cancerous growth"
  2. like a cancer; an evil that grows and spreads; "remorse was cancerous within him"; "pornography is cancerous to the moral development of our children"

"Cancerous" in song lyrics

See how cancerous is used in real songs:

  • "U.S. to deal with, dance with us, to say the least is cancerous"
    Darkim Be Allah f/ Darik the Assassin, K-Bar Allah — Godzilla vs. King Kong
  • "my spoken word is contagious and cancerous"
    Dutchmassive f/ Celph Titled, Walkmen — Fallout
  • "Is he sick? The answer is cancerous"
    Encore f/ Holekost, Turban — E.T.

Usage tips for "cancerous"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cancerous" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cancerous to find words that pair well.

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