noun
the natural process by which the body repairs itself (Freq. 1)
• Derivationally related forms: ↑heal
• Hypernyms: ↑bodily process, ↑body process, ↑bodily function, ↑activity
• Hyponyms: ↑convalescence, ↑recuperation, ↑recovery, ↑union, ↑conglutination
adjective
tending to cure or restore to health (Freq. 1)
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curative powers of herbal remedies
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her gentle healing hand
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remedial surgery
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a sanative environment of mountains and fresh air
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a therapeutic agent
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therapeutic diets
• Syn: ↑curative, ↑alterative, ↑remedial, ↑sanative, ↑therapeutic
• Similar to: ↑healthful
Useful english dictionary. 2012.