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cures

noun , plural of cure

Synonyms and Antonyms of cures

1 something that corrects or counteracts something undesirable

a fun hobby is always a good cure for boredom

Synonyms of cures

antidotes, correctives, curatives, rectifiers, remedies, therapeutics, therapies

Words Related to cures

cure-alls, elixirs, panaceas

answers, solutions

aids, help, reliefs, succors

balms, medicinals, medicines, palliatives

2 a substance or preparation used to treat disease

researchers tirelessly working to find a cure for cancer

Synonyms of cures

drugs, medicaments, medications, medicinals, medicines, pharmaceuticals, physics, remedies, specifics

Words Related to cures

cure-alls, nostrums, panaceas

botanicals, patent medicines, prescriptions, prescription drugs

cordials, potions, tonics

miracle drugs, wonder drugs

caps, capsules, pills, tablets

injections, shots

embrocations, liniments, lotions, ointments, potions, poultices, salves

syrups (also sirups), tinctures

antibiotics, antiseptics, sera (or serums)

cathartics, purgatives

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