
Curative
Medical Context
Mostly used in a medical or health-related context to talk about healing or treatments.
She used a curative balm for her skin condition.
Not Instant
'Curative' does not mean immediate relief, but suggests a healing process that takes time.
The curative effects of the new medicine were observed over several weeks.
Positive Connotation
Carries a hopeful and optimistic connotation, implying potential recovery or health restoration.
Researchers are optimistic about the curative potential of the new vaccine.
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CorrectiveHealMedicinalPalliativeRecuperativeRemedialRestorativeTherapeutic
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