antidote

noun

ˈan-ti-ˌdōt How to pronounce antidote (audio)
Definition of antidotenext
as in remedy
something that corrects or counteracts something undesirable hoped that taking dance lessons would prove to be an antidote for her loneliness

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Recent Examples of antidote The antidote begins with recognizing that leadership calls you to change others as much as yourself. — Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Where Gen Z seems to go along as an antidote to digital overload, the same hobbies are the only retirement lifestyle that many can afford. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 31 July 2026 Discover an Adult-Only Escape Vibe Beach Club was the antidote to a busy sea day—a pass that sells out fast, for good reason. — Belinda Luksic, Southern Living, 31 July 2026 And with the advent of AI-everything, cutouts are old-world antidotes, imbuing a cabinet with a sense of nostalgia, emphasis on craft, and cozy flair. — Kelsey Mulvey, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for antidote
Recent Examples of Synonyms for antidote
  1. remedy
  2. solution
  3. cure
Noun
  • The values of these goods, described as flowing through third countries to evade levies on imports and other trade remedies, are based on analysis from two government and three private-sector sources.
    — Laura Curtis, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Read that figure with caution, since Arcade writes the rubric and sells the remedy.
    — Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of remedy
Noun
  • Finding a solution for this problem position remains a necessity.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Spray the solution at key entry points around the house, such as windows, doors and near plumbing.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of solution
Noun
  • Sometimes the cure for writer’s block is just having something to react to, and ChatGPT is always there to provide fodder.
    — Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Treatments are available to help with symptoms, although there is currently no cure for the condition.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of cure

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