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Vocabulary Entry
carcinogenic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Having the potential to cause cancer.
Example Sentences
"Asbestos is known to be a carcinogenic material."
"The scientists warned about the carcinogenic effects of the new chemical."
"Long-term exposure to certain pesticides can be carcinogenic."
N
noun
A substance that is capable of causing cancer in living tissue.
Example Sentences
"Tobacco smoke is a well-known carcinogenic."
"Researchers are studying various carcinogenics in the environment."
"The label on the product indicated that it may contain carcinogenics."