1. having the ability to develop into many different types of cells or tissues
Usage: biology; medicine

Examples

• Embryonic stem cells are pluripotent and can become any type of cell in the body.
• Scientists are studying pluripotent cells to develop new treatments for diseases.
• The pluripotent nature of these cells makes them valuable for regenerative medicine.
• Researchers can reprogram adult cells to become pluripotent stem cells.
• Pluripotent cells have the potential to revolutionize organ transplantation.
• The discovery of pluripotent stem cells opened new possibilities in medical research.