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 These are timeless words; a valuable caution for our own times when national security or restorative justice are invoked to use race to serve the politically popular view of the moment. — Tom Campbell, Oc Register, 4 July 2026 But mostly, this trek through emotionally rocky territory is a solitary mission, and Marina’s navigation of it gives Romería its quiet, restorative power. — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 26 June 2026 Given how scarring those early eliminations were at Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, their advancement alone has some restorative worth. — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 26 June 2026 Louisiana also has incredible restorative wilderness. — Jenny Adams, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 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
  • Each format layers protein with fiber and healthy fats, which helps stretch a small meal into real nutrition.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 15, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • Such tests are not recommended for cognitively healthy people, but specialists can use them in people with signs of mild cognitive impairment or more advanced dementia.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Definition of healthy
Adjective
  • Given Cregger’s scary-good track record, this one may be as refreshing as a life-giving green herb.
    — Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
  • In this case, the most refreshing summer treat that brings you right back to summer vacations growing up.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026
Definition of refreshing
Adjective
  • More clinical evidence is needed before goji berries can be formally prescribed for medicinal purposes.
    — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of medicinal
Adjective
  • From here, the Manchester City defender sprints into the six-yard box to meet the corner, forcing a good save from Dominik Livakovic, with his team-mates unable to scramble the ball over the line.
    — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • Graham, who had turned 71 just two days before passing away on Saturday night, was far younger than many of his Senate colleagues and appeared to have been in good health.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026
Definition of good
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
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  • The couple has a passion for healthful eating and taking care of the environment, providing for the land that provides for them, as Hakenah Hulitt put it.
    — Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
  • Potatoes are generally considered a more healthful option than rice due to their lower calorie content and higher fiber, iron, potassium, and vitamin B6 content.
    — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 9 June 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
  • 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
  • For patients, the result could be faster access to curative therapies rather than waiting for annual budgets, coverage decisions, and funding constraints to catch up with scientific advances.
    — William V. Padula, STAT, 8 June 2026
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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