sanative

adjective

san·​a·​tive ˈsa-nə-tiv How to pronounce sanative (audio)
: having the power to cure or heal : curative, restorative

Examples of sanative in a Sentence

there's nothing like the sanative value of a good night's sleep

Word History

Etymology

Middle English sanatif, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin sanativus, from Latin sanatus, past participle of sanare to cure, from sanus healthy

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sanative was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Sanative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sanative. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

sanative

adjective
san·​a·​tive ˈsan-ət-iv How to pronounce sanative (audio)
: having the power to cure or heal : curative
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