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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

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."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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