1. designed to prevent, inhibit, or destroy tumor growth; used in medical treatment of cancer
Usage: medical/scientific term; often used in pharmaceutical and oncology contexts

1. substances, drugs, or treatments that work against tumors or cancer cells
Usage: medical/scientific term; plural form

Examples

• The research team developed new antitumor compounds that showed promise in laboratory tests.
• Antitumor therapy has advanced significantly with the development of targeted drug treatments.
• Several antitumors are currently in clinical trials for treating aggressive cancers.
• The antitumor properties of this natural extract were discovered through systematic screening.
• Doctors prescribed a combination of antitumors to maximize the patient's treatment response.
• Recent studies demonstrate that certain antitumors can enhance the immune system's ability to fight cancer.