noun as in strong fondness

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Example:In contrast to oncogenes, tumor-suppressor genes prevent the formation of tumors.

Definition:Genes that have the potential to inhibit tumor development or growth, and often act to correct changes caused by oncogenes by promoting cell cycle arrest, DNA repair, or apoptosis.

From tumor-suppressor genes

Example:The new drug is designed to switch off specific anti-oncogenic pathways in cancer cells.

Definition:Having an effect against or inhibiting the development of cancer.

From anti-oncogenic