nonmalignant growth

/ˌnɒn.mæl.ɪˈɡnənt ɡroʊθ/ · non·mal·i·gent growth

noun

A tumour or lesion that does not exhibit malignant (cancerous) characteristics; a benign tumour. The biopsy revealed a nonmalignant growth, so no aggressive treatment was required.

Synonyms

benign tumor noncancerous growth benign neoplasm nonmalignant neoplasm benign mass noncancerous tumour benign lesion noncancerous mass

Antonyms

malignant tumor cancerous growth malignant neoplasm malignant mass cancerous lesion malignant growth

Did you know? The term "nonmalignant" gained popularity in the 1970s as clinicians sought a more precise, less emotionally charged alternative to "benign" when describing tumours.

Related terms

tumor neoplasm oncology pathology biopsy carcinoma

Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 2 lookups Added Jul 25, 2026