curative 1 of 2

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
  • The actual Tann was born to free parents and, according to some sources, served in the Union Army before moving to Kansas, where he became known for combining medicinal treatment with physical therapy.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • With a history that stretches back to 1221, this is considered the world’s oldest pharmacy, where Dominican friars produced medicinal tinctures and perfumes.
    — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
Definition of medicinal
Noun
  • That makes today’s tale a rather bittersweet one, because the Volvo EX30 could be the perfect antidote.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026
  • The antidote is to keep reminding Americans, story by story, that the people across the divide are human.
    — Afdhel Aziz, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of antidote
Adjective
  • Activities include swimming, competitions, sports, but also therapeutic group dialogue circles.
    — Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
  • In the heart of the Swiss Alps, therapeutic methods of state-of-the-art medicine combined with holistic naturopathy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Definition of therapeutic
Noun
  • The crafty 10th-seeded Czech, whose slices and volleys are perfectly suited to Wimbledon’s low-bouncing surface, carries a medicine cabinet’s worth of remedies to prove that the All England Club’s famous lawns can be a real irritant.
    — Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • These are discrete allegations of lawbreaking, and any remedy must match their magnitude.
    — David B Mcgarry, Oc Register, 8 July 2026
Definition of remedy
Noun
  • Burning fossil fuels is the primary driver of global warming, so climate scientists see these energy transition technologies that cut into fossil fuel demand as key climate solutions.
    — Julia Simon, NPR, 9 July 2026
  • Retrofit solutions convert an existing bathtub into a cold therapy system by adding components such as a chiller, circulation pump and temperature controls.
    — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026
Definition of solution
Noun
  • But instead, Patel is walking free after spending two years living with his parents and participating in therapy.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Detailed laboratory analyses and infusion therapies also boost the treatment.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026
Definition of therapy
Noun
  • Napolitano cautioned that the SAT is no cure for the preparedness gap faculty describe.
    — Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • Placer Mosquito District officials encouraged residents to take preventative measures to protect themselves from mosquito bites, citing the lack of an effective cure to remedy the disease and its potentially serious symptoms.
    — Reeti Malhotra July 8, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026
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“Curative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curative. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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