Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cure

verb/noun
/kjʊr/
Definition
To relieve a person or animal of the symptoms of a disease or condition.
Examples
  • The doctor was able to cure the patient’s illness with the right medication.
  • They are researching new methods to cure cancer effectively.
  • With proper care, the injury will cure in no time.
Meaning
A remedy or treatment that eliminates disease or restores health.
Synonyms
  • heal
  • remedy
  • treat
  • restore
  • correct