What does nevus mean?
Nevus means (dermatology) Any of a number of different, usually benign, pigmented, raised or otherwise abnormal lesions of the skin..
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/ˈniːvəs/ · noun
(dermatology) Any of a number of different, usually benign, pigmented, raised or otherwise abnormal lesions of the skin..
Most birthmarks and moles fall into the category of nevi.
Use nevus when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Nevus means (dermatology) Any of a number of different, usually benign, pigmented, raised or otherwise abnormal lesions of the skin..
Common synonyms include birthmark.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Most birthmarks and moles fall into the category of nevi.
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