Synonyms of excrescences

excrescences

noun

plural of excrescence

1

as in tumors

an abnormal mass of tissue

concerned about the weird excrescence that seemed to be developing on his hand

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tumors
• lumps
• growths
• neoplasms
• cysts
• carcinomas
• excrescencies
• outgrowths
• malignancies
• polyps
• tubercles
• lymphomas
• warts
• cancers
• melanomas
• carcinomata
• lymphomata
• melanomata

2

as in defects

something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing

local residents regard the hulking apartment building as a hideous excrescence on their once-lovely street

Synonyms & Similar Words

• defects
• blotches
• scars
• marks
• deformities
• distortions
• irregularities
• faults
• blemishes
• stains
• imperfections
• flaws
• blights
• disfigurements
• abnormalities
• excrescencies
• pockmarks
• spots
• bugs
• malformations
• weaknesses
• injuries
• mars
• damages
• misshapes
• blots
• glitches
• kinks
• impairments
• blurs
• failings
• taints
• defacements

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ornaments
• decorations
• enhancements
• adornments
• embellishments