Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
allopathic
adjective
/ˌæl.əˈpæθ.ɪk/
Definition
A system of medicine that treats disease by the use of remedies that produce effects different from those produced by the disease itself.
Examples
- Allopathic treatments often include medications that alleviate pain.
- She chose allopathic medicine over alternative therapies.
Meaning
Allopathic medicine is based on the idea that illness can be treated with substances that counteract the symptoms.
Synonyms
- Conventional
- Western medicine
- Standardized medical practice
