Synonyms for

Lymphoma

Verb / lɪˈmfəʊmʌ / Another word for lymphoma — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's immune system.

Synonyms & similar words

cancer tumor malignancy carcinoma neoplasm growth lesion sickness disease illness malady affliction ailment disorder complaint condition syndrome infection

Synonyms by register

Formal

lymphosarcoma reticulum cell sarcoma lymphatic cancer

Common collocations

  • lymphoma treatment
  • lymphoma diagnosis
  • lymphoma survival rates
  • lymphoma symptoms
  • lymphoma research
  • lymphoma awareness
  • lymphoma subtypes

Word family

noun lymphoma

Usage note

Lymphoma is a specific type of cancer affecting lymphocytes. It is a medical term and does not have common informal or literary synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. She was diagnosed with lymphoma after experiencing fatigue and weight loss.
  2. Lymphoma can be treated with chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination of both.
  3. My friend's dog had lymphoma and had to undergo surgery and chemotherapy.
  4. Lymphoma is a serious illness that requires medical treatment.
  5. The doctor ordered a biopsy to determine if the lump was lymphoma or not.

Quotes

  • 'Cancer is a word, not a sentence.' - John Diamon
  • 'Cancer is a journey, but you walk the road alone. There are many places to stop along the way and get nourishment - you just have to be willing to take it.' - Emily Hollenberg
  • 'Cancer is a word, not a sentence.' - John Diamon

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