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lesion

The word “lesion” has 2 syllables: le-sion

It's pronounced as /ˈliːʒən/

What is synonym and antonym for lesion?

In the thesaurus, “lesion” has 36 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lesion along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lesion

Antonyms for lesion

  • cure
  • fix
  • healing
  • recovery
  • remedy

Meanings of lesion

  • noun
    1. A wound or injury.
    2. An infected or otherwise injured or diseased organ or part, especially such on a patch of skin.
    3. Any compound formed from damage to a nucleic acid.
    4. Injury or an unfair imbalance in a commutative contract wherein the consideration is less than half of the market value, which then serves as a basis for the injured party to sue to rescind the agreement.
  • verb
    1. To wound or injure, especially in an experiment or other controlled procedure.

Example Sentences

  • The doctor examined the skin lesion carefully under bright light.
  • An MRI revealed a small lesion in the patient’s brain.
  • The dermatologist decided to biopsy the unusual lesion.
  • A traumatic injury can sometimes leave a permanent lesion.
  • The dentist noticed a suspicious lesion on the patient’s gum.

On this page you'll find 41 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lesion, such as: abrasion, affliction, beating, boo-boo, bruise, bump, burn.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

damage

laceration

abrasion

canker

impairment

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