Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

homeopatia

Noun

/ˌhəʊmiəʊˈpæθiə/

Definition

A system of alternative medicine that uses highly diluted substances to stimulate the body’s self-healing process.

Examples

Many people seek homeopathy as a natural treatment for various health conditions.
The homeopathy approach differs significantly from conventional medicine.
She decided to consult a homeopathy practitioner to address her chronic fatigue.

Meaning

Homeopathy is based on the principle that ‘like cures like,’ meaning that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can be used in very small doses to treat similar symptoms in a sick person.