restorative

adjective

ri-ˈstȯr-ə-tiv How to pronounce restorative (audio)
Definition of restorativenext
1
as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind took a restorative vitamin mix to improve his immune system

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2
as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind I am in need of a long, restorative vacation

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3
as in medicinal
tending to cure disease or restore health relocation to a milder climate proved to be just the restorative measure that was needed for the sickly child

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Recent Examples of restorative Sleep is when the brain consolidates memory, recalibrates stress and immune signaling and supports other restorative processes. — Renée Onque, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026 Four suspects pleaded guilty, including mastermind David Voss, and Benji admitted guilt and had his case administered through a First Nations restorative justice program, while charges against two were dropped, CityNews notes. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 21 Aug. 2026 When a warm bedroom blocks that drop, sleep becomes lighter and less restorative. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026 Insider tip Book the signature ritual at the spa for 110 minutes of deeply restorative me time. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for restorative
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
  1. healthy
  2. refreshing
  3. medicinal
  4. good
  5. therapeutic
  6. healthful
  7. healing
  8. curative
Adjective
  • Understanding the benefits muscle cells have as endocrine workhorses could help keep us all healthier in the long run.
    — Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Higher benchmark yields can lift financing costs even for healthy companies, potentially making some factories, data centers, acquisitions and other investments less economically viable.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of healthy
Adjective
  • The final non-alcoholic drink is a cherry lemonade, which will be perfectly refreshing after a hot day in the theme parks.
    — Megan duBois, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Not only are the fruits delicious and refreshing, but these elegant trees produce beautiful, fragrant blooms in early spring too.
    — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of refreshing
Adjective
  • As a more scientific understanding of germ theory took hold, the impetus became less medicinal, more practical, then pleasurable.
    — Chloe Schama, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The problem is that the gap between a medicinal dose and a toxic dose is very small and varies from one batch to the next.
    — Prayan Pokharel, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of medicinal
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  • Best Amazon End-of-Season Patio Furniture Deals The end-of-season patio furniture deals at Amazon are too good to pass up.
    — Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Grichuk put a good swing on a slider while flying out to left field.
    — LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of good
Adjective
  • Their roles range from precise surgery and infection control to hospital logistics, physical rehabilitation, and therapeutic companionship.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The idea sounded at once mystical, therapeutic, and nightmarish.
    — Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of therapeutic
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  • This is not a medical spa and therefore there is no nutrition concept, but healthful snacks like fruit grown on property and nuts are available in the changing spaces, hydrotherapy zone and the relaxation rooms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As more people choose to stay in their homes longer, homeowners are looking for ways to create spaces that support and enhance healthful living with longevity in mind.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of healthful
Adjective
  • Other symptoms include non-healing or bleeding wounds and feeling or seeing the maggots.
    — Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • Persistent claudication, non-healing wounds, severe swelling and numbness that doesn’t resolve are all reasons to see a clinician.
    — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
Definition of healing
Adjective
  • Hospice offers terminal patients an alternative to the chaotic, clinical environment of a hospital; the emphasis is on dignity and comfort rather than on curative treatment.
    — Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Unfortunately, there are cases where an individual’s illness is so advanced that there is no curative treatment available.
    — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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