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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cankerous

/kæŋkərəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does cankerous mean?

adjective

Having or showing a bad temper; having a sore or ulcerated sore on the skin, especially on the lip or mouth; causing decay or corruption.

Example

"The cankerous attitude of the manager made it difficult for the team to work together."

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