Synonyms of cure-all

cure-all

noun

ˈkyu̇r-ˌȯl 

as in panacea

something that cures all ills or problems

raising a young person's self-esteem is not the cure-all that some people think

Synonyms & Similar Words

• panacea
• remedy
• cure
• elixir
• nostrum
• theriac
• catholicon
• magic bullet
• silver bullet
• corrective
• miracle drug
• wonder drug

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cure-all

Compression boots are not a cure-all, but for people managing swelling, recovering from workouts or living with lymphedema, consistent use paired with appropriate pressure settings and a broader routine can make the investment worthwhile. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026

But the medication isn’t a cure-all for body acceptance—far from it. — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 Sep. 2026

People often tout Epsom salt as a cure-all for all kinds of plant issues, including helping hibiscus bloom more. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 7 Sep. 2026

Gradually, starting with that sleep study, the tiers of thought propping up Britton’s worldview—that Buddhism is a cure-all, and that meditation was always beneficial, and could never cause harm—would collapse. — Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026