1. relating to or characterized by anaplasia, the loss of structural differentiation within a cell or tissue
Usage: medical; pathology
2. describing cancer cells that have lost their normal structure and function
Usage: oncology; medical

Examples

• The biopsy revealed anaplastic cells with irregular nuclei.
• Anaplastic thyroid cancer is an aggressive form of the disease.
• The pathologist noted anaplastic features in the tumor sample.
• Anaplastic carcinomas typically have a poor prognosis.
• The cancer cells showed anaplastic changes under the microscope.
• Treatment options are limited for anaplastic tumors.