Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈsænətɪv/
KK: /ˈsænətɪv/
Definition
Having the ability to heal or restore health.
Example
The sanative properties of the herbal tea helped her recover quickly.
Conversation

I heard that hiking in the mountains can be really sanative for your mind and body.

That sounds great! I could definitely use some fresh air.

Yeah, being outdoors always feels so refreshing and healing.

Exactly! It's amazing how nature can have such a sanative effect.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
healing
restorative
curative
Antonyms
harmful
injurious
detrimental
Root Explanation
Sanative → It is formed from "sanare" (meaning to heal) and the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The word "sanative" refers to something that has the nature of healing or promoting health.
Memory Tip
Think of 'sanare' which means to heal, and remember that 'sanative' describes something that helps in healing.
Visually Confused Words
native
mandative
emanative
cantative
animative
aconative
stative
anatine