Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
treatable
adjective
/ˈtriːtəbl/
Definition
Refers to a condition or disease that can be managed or improved through medical intervention.
Examples
- Many types of cancer are treatable if caught early.
- With the right medication, the condition is completely treatable.
- The patient’s illness, while serious, is considered treatable.
Meaning
When a health issue is described as treatable, it indicates that it is possible to alleviate symptoms or cure the condition with appropriate treatment.
Synonyms
- manageable
- curable
- correctable
- healable
