cystic

[sis-tik]

adjective

1. pertaining to, of the nature of, or having a cyst or cysts; encysted.

2. Anatomy.,  belonging or pertaining to the urinary bladder or gall bladder.

cystic

/ ˈsɪstɪk /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or resembling a cyst

2. having or enclosed within a cyst; encysted

3. relating to the gall bladder or urinary bladder

Other Word Forms

• intercystic adjective
• precystic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of cystic¹

First recorded in 1625–35; cyst + -ic

Example Sentences

Some inherited diseases, including cystic fibrosis, hemophilia, and Tay Sachs disease, involve multiple genetic mutations within a person's DNA.

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We expect the company’s launch of Alyftrek in cystic fibrosis will do well over time.

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The Glaswegian was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis when just a baby, meaning she suffered breathing and digestive problems throughout her life.

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Currently, newborn babies are only given a heelprick blood test that checks for nine serious conditions, including cystic fibrosis.

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Worsening osteoporosis in older women may lead to exhaling DMS, as can the positive effects of a medication cocktail for children with cystic fibrosis.

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