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Curative

usgb/ˈkjʊrətɪv/Volume
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Mostly used in a medical or health-related context to talk about healing or treatments. SlideShe used a curative balm for her skin condition.
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'Curative' does not mean immediate relief, but suggests a healing process that takes time. SlideThe curative effects of the new medicine were observed over several weeks.
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Carries a hopeful and optimistic connotation, implying potential recovery or health restoration. SlideResearchers are optimistic about the curative potential of the new vaccine.