hyperplasia

noun

hy·​per·​pla·​sia ˌhī-pər-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə 

: an abnormal or unusual increase in the elements composing a part (such as cells composing a tissue) compare benign prostatic hyperplasia

hyperplastic

ˌhī-pər-ˈpla-stik 

adjective

Examples of hyperplasia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The problem with gingival hyperplasia is the redundant pockets of gum tissue that are created and that can trap bacteria and particulate matter. —Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 28 Dec. 2025

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. —Md Published, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025

Lowering the risk of endometrial hyperplasia by regulating vaginal pH Promoting calcium absorption, which can protect the bones from osteopenia and osteoporosis Reducing the risk of breast cancer In healthy people, probiotics are usually safe and well tolerated. —Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025

His battle with his prostate health started over 10 years ago with an initial diagnosis of benign prostate hyperplasia, or BPH. —Luisel Ricks-Santi, The Conversation, 20 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing hyperplasia

• angiofollicular lymph node hyperplasia
• benign prostatic hyperplasia
• congenital adrenal hyperplasia
• giant lymph node hyperplasia

Rhymes for hyperplasia

• achalasia
• euthanasia
• hypoplasia
• metaplasia
• neoplasia
• aphasia
• aplasia
• dysplasia
• fantasia
• telangiectasia

Medical Definition

hyperplasia

noun

hy·​per·​pla·​sia ˌhī-pər-ˈplā-zh(ē-)ə 

: an abnormal or unusual increase in the elements composing a part (as cells composing a tissue) see benign prostatic hyperplasia, congenital adrenal hyperplasia

hyperplastic

-ˈplas-tik 

adjective

hyperplastically

-ti-k(ə-)lē 

adverb