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curative

/kjʊˈreɪ.tɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does curative mean?

adjective

Having the power to cure or heal; remedial. Used to describe something that has a beneficial or healing effect.

Example

"The doctor prescribed a curative treatment for the patient's illness."

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