1. Acting to prevent or inhibit the growth and spread of tumors or cancer cells.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term

1. A drug or substance that prevents or inhibits the growth of cancer cells.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term

Examples

• The doctor prescribed an antineoplastic medication to slow the tumor's growth.
• Antineoplastic agents work by targeting rapidly dividing cells.
• Several antineoplastic drugs are used in combination therapy for better results.
• The patient responded well to the antineoplastic treatment over six months.
• Researchers are developing new antineoplastic compounds with fewer side effects.
• Antineoplastic therapy can cause significant changes in blood cell counts.