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adjective

ˈkyu̇r-ə-tiv How to pronounce curative (audio)
Definition of curativenext
as in medicinal
tending to cure disease or restore health some believe that the herb has curative properties

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curative

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noun

as in antidote
something that corrects or counteracts something undesirable the best curative for her depression might be volunteer work at a local animal shelter

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Recent Examples of curative
Adjective
Lemony Chicken Soup with Rice A bright jolt of citrus wakes up this curative, homestyle chicken soup. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026 Around the eleventh century, in Anglo‑Saxon England, instructions for an elaborate childbearing and mothering ritual were recorded by monks in the Lacnunga, a collection of medical texts and curative prayers. — Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026 Dunbar provided more than curative medicine. — Anita Moncrease, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2026 Signature massages use organic oils from the Almescar tree, derived from a bioactive resin which acts as a natural insect repellent, curative panacea, and incense. — Stephanie Rafanelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for curative
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curative
  1. medicinal
  2. antidote
  3. therapeutic
  4. remedy
  5. solution
  6. therapy
  7. cure
Adjective
  • These Europeans did not similarly preserve the knowledge held by Caribbean communities about the plant’s medicinal uses.
    — Kari Traylor, JSTOR Daily, 29 July 2026
  • Marmots, woodland creatures whose raw viscera are believed by Siberians to have medicinal properties, are not infrequently hunted by poachers and sold at wet markets.
    — Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 25 July 2026
Definition of medicinal
Noun
  • Guests return year on year, generation on generation, making Coral Reef Club the perfect antidote to the detached, impersonal sheen of the modern chain resort.
    — Jonnie Bayfield, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026
  • Could a healthy dose of hope from Andy Burnham be the antidote?
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Definition of antidote
Adjective
  • Mild to moderate carpal tunnel is increasingly managed with splinting, corticosteroids, physical therapy, therapeutic ultrasound and yoga, per the American Academy of Family Physicians.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026
  • Couches also allow for an intimate, almost therapeutic moment, particularly during personal songs.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2026
Definition of therapeutic
Noun
  • The immediate remedy is to add more technology, more governance layers, more specialized metrics and more rigorous oversight.
    — Susana Cabrera, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • The remedy is oral rehydration solution, which is a mixture of clean water, sugar and salts.
    — Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 29 July 2026
Definition of remedy
Noun
  • The backtracking illustrates how the politics of criminal justice have shifted since 2020, posing dilemmas for Democrats’ midterm strategy and their ability to enact their preferred solutions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
  • Perfectionist vibes abound for this first family of reality TV, and all five have given glimpses into their kitchen storage solutions, maintained by teams of staff.
    — Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
Definition of solution
Noun
  • The therapy can also boost red blood cell production enough to raise the risk of a blood clot or pulmonary embolism.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026
  • Jivapita Spa sits on the third floor with treatments drawing on Khmer traditions combined with contemporary therapies; facilities include a Himalayan salt room and relaxation lounge.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
Definition of therapy
Noun
  • While there is no cure for Parkinson’s, medications and sometimes surgery can treat its symptoms.
    — Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026
  • There is no cure, but treatment can minimize pain and preserve mobility.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2026
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“Curative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curative. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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