Definition

In a way that something can be cured or healed.

Example

The disease is curably treated with the right medication.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new treatment for migraines?

Yeah, I heard it's supposed to work curably for most people.

That sounds promising! I hope it helps those who suffer from them.

Me too; it's great to see advances in medicine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Curably → It is formed from "curable" (from Latin "curabilis", meaning able to be healed) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "curably" means in a manner that is able to be healed or treated.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'healed' ('curable') and how it can be done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'curably' refers to something that can be treated.

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