galenical
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ɡəˈlɛnɪkəl/
KK: /gəˈlɛnɪkəl/
adjective
Definition
This term describes a type of drug or substance that is primarily made from plants or herbs.
Example
The pharmacist recommended a galenical remedy for her cold.
Conversation
I just started using some new skincare products that are galenical.
Oh really? What does that mean exactly?
It means they are made mostly from herbal ingredients.
That sounds interesting! I love natural products.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
herbal
vegetal
botanical
Antonyms
synthetic
artificial
chemical
noun
Definition
A type of medicine made from plants or herbs, focusing on their natural properties and extracts.
Example
The pharmacist prepared a galenical remedy using various herbs.
Conversation
Have you ever tried making a galenical remedy at home?
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
It's actually quite simple, and you can use herbs from your garden.
Root Explanation
**Galenical** → It is derived from "Galen" (from Latin *Galenus*, referring to the ancient Greek physician Galen) and the suffix "-ical" (meaning pertaining to). The term "galenical" refers to something related to the medicinal practices or theories of Galen, particularly in the context of pharmacy and herbal medicine.
Memory Tip
Think of Galen, the ancient physician, and remember that "galenical" means pertaining to his medicinal practices.
Visually Confused Words
galvanical
genial
calendrical