Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

faith-healer

noun
/feɪθˈhiːlər/
Definition
A faith-healer is a person who is believed to have the ability to cure illness through spiritual means, often invoking divine help or supernatural powers.
Examples
  • Many people seek treatment from a faith-healer when conventional medicine fails.
  • The faith-healer encouraged her followers to believe in the power of prayer for healing.
  • After going to a faith-healer, John felt more at peace despite his illness.
Meaning
A faith-healer claims to heal the sick and improve health through the power of faith, prayer, and belief, rather than through medical methods.
Synonyms
  • Spiritual healer
  • Faith practitioner
  • Miracle worker