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noun (1)

ˈkyu̇r How to pronounce cure (audio)
Definition of curenext
1
as in antidote
something that corrects or counteracts something undesirable a fun hobby is always a good cure for boredom

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2
as in remedy
a substance or preparation used to treat disease researchers tirelessly working to find a cure for cancer

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cure

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verb

1
as in to heal
to bring about recovery from do you have anything that will cure my headache?

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2
as in to rehabilitate
to restore to a healthy condition the antibiotic cured the sick boy of the bacterial infection

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curé

3 of 3

noun (2)

as in curate

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Recent Examples of cure
Noun
As Ludwig’s body begins to change in unsettling ways, the cure becomes a journey through fear, loss and transformation. — Marta Balaga, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026 Lower Decks, however, is a lighthearted series that serves as the cure to modern Trek. — Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Aug. 2026
Verb
While there is no scientific evidence that apitherapy can cure diseases or illnesses, it is recommended as a complimentary wellness practice alongside traditional medicine, according to the Cleveland Clinic. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 Aug. 2026 His passions lie in using AI to solve scientific puzzles, like curing diseases and discovering new materials, and in ensuring that AI doesn’t accidentally cause catastrophic harm to humanity. — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
As Ludwig’s body begins to change in unsettling ways, the cure becomes a journey through fear, loss and transformation. — Marta Balaga, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026 Lower Decks, however, is a lighthearted series that serves as the cure to modern Trek. — Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cure
  1. antidote
  2. remedy
  3. heal
  4. rehabilitate
  5. parson
  6. solution
  7. drug
  8. alleviate
Noun
  • Plum is an instant antidote to those scoring challenges, having ranked in the top 11 in scoring each of the last five seasons, peaking at second twice.
    — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The antidote begins with recognizing that leadership calls you to change others as much as yourself.
    — Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of antidote
Noun
  • My remedy for this was to negate every physical item on that list.
    — Nhi Mundy, Allure, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Builder’s remedy project appeal The owners of Mountain Winery are appealing the Saratoga Planning Commission’s decision to reject their builder’s remedy project proposal, according to a July 13 letter from their lawyers to the city.
    — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of remedy
Verb
  • Online clinics and wellness influencers promote them as ways to heal injuries, reduce inflammation, improve metabolism, sharpen thinking and slow aging.
    — Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • That’s because sleep gives our brains a chance to process the day and our bodies an opportunity to heal and repair.
    — Mura Dominko, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of heal
Verb
  • Since June, the group has rescued and rehabilitated more than 300 at-risk animals across the five boroughs in partnership with the NYPD.
    — Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • In its release, the Illinois high court noted Evans’ work establishing the county’s restorative justice courts, which handle some low-level cases outside the traditional courtroom in the hopes of rehabilitating defendants.
    — Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of rehabilitate
Noun
  • And what does the old man who sleeps by the fire know about the dead parson?
    — Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 25 Jan. 2026
  • It was said that the room contained a troubled spirit and that the parson was supposed to bless the space.
    — Meredith Kile, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Definition of parson
Noun
  • Her campaign is centered on housing solutions, economic recovery and health care reform.
    — Bri Buckley, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • One solution that came from readers of this column was to put up a flag whenever the pool was open and take it down whenever guests weren’t welcome.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of solution
Noun
  • Ecuador is considered to be a logistical hub for drug trafficking, where drugs are stockpiled, stored and distributed via Central American routes mainly to the United States, though narcotics are also shipped to Europe.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Packages of drugs are often packaged with other distinct designs.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of drug
Verb
  • Some are hopeful that the implementation of the plan would alleviate their daily miserable existence and improve conditions.
    — Mkhaimar Abusada, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Accordingly, preventing or alleviating hypertension and diabetes can partly be done by managing these factors.
    — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 5 Aug. 2026
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