Definition

In a way that relates to or uses homeopathy, a system of alternative medicine that treats diseases by administering small doses of natural substances.

Example

The doctor prescribed the medicine homeopathically to ensure it was gentle on the patient's system.

Conversation

I heard you’ve been feeling better lately, how did that happen?

Yeah, I tried some remedies that work homeopathically.

That sounds interesting! Did you find it effective?

Definitely! I prefer natural treatments when I can.

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Root Explanation

Homeopathically → It is formed from "homeo-" (from Greek "homoios", meaning similar) and "pathos" (meaning suffering or disease) combined with the adverbial suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner). The word refers to treating diseases with remedies that produce similar symptoms to the disease itself.

Memory Tip

Think of 'similar' ('homeo-') treatments for 'suffering' ('pathos') — that's how homeopathically means treating in a similar manner.

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