curative
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈkjʊərətɪv/
KK: /ˈkjʊrətɪv/
adjective
Definition
Related to the treatment or healing of illnesses or diseases.
Example
The doctor recommended a curative treatment for the patient's condition.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new herbal tea that claims to be curative?
Yeah, I read that it can help with digestion and relaxation.
I wonder if it really works or if it's just a marketing gimmick.
I think it's worth a try, especially if it has curative benefits!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
healing
therapeutic
restorative
Antonyms
harmful
detrimental
injurious
noun
Definition
A remedy or treatment that helps to heal or cure an illness or condition.
Example
The herbal tea is known for its curative properties and is often used to treat colds.
Conversation
I heard that herbal tea can be a great curative for colds.
Really? I always thought it was just a myth.
No, it's true! Some herbs have real healing properties.
Root Explanation
Curative is formed from "cura" (meaning care or healing) and the suffix "-tive" (meaning having the quality of). The word "curative" refers to something that has the quality of healing or caring for health.
Memory Tip
Think of 'cura' meaning care, and remember that 'curative' describes something that has the quality of healing or caring for health.
Visually Confused Words
acurative
jurative
durative
creative
procurative
obscurative
urinative
purgative