Lesion
As a Noun
- A damaged or abnormal area of tissue caused by injury, disease, or infection.
- A wound, sore, or ulcer affecting the skin or an internal organ.
- In medical terms, any structural change in tissue, often due to trauma or illness.
As Other Form
- Lesional (Adjective): Related to or affected by a lesion.
Word History
The word lesion comes from the Latin laesio, meaning “injury” or “harm,” derived from laedere, which means “to hurt or damage.” It has been used in medical contexts since ancient times to describe physical damage to body tissues.
Examples
- The doctor examined the skin lesion to determine if it was cancerous.
- Brain lesions can affect memory and cognitive functions.
- The infection caused multiple lesions on his arms.
Synonyms
Wound, sore, ulcer, injury, abrasion
Related Words
Trauma, infection, inflammation, scar
Antonyms (Not direct opposites but related to health)
Healing, recovery, regeneration, intact tissue
