therapeutic

/ˌθɛrəˈpjutɪk/
noun
  1. A treatment or agent used to cure or alleviate a disease.
    • This therapeutic is administered through an injection.
    • The new therapeutic showed promise in clinical trials.
    • Doctors are exploring various therapeutics for the virus.
adjective
  1. Relating to the treatment or healing of a disease or condition.
    • Music can have a therapeutic effect on people with anxiety.
    • The doctor recommended a therapeutic exercise program for her back pain.
    • Therapeutic drugs must be carefully prescribed by a physician.
  2. Having a beneficial or calming effect on the mind or body; healing.
    • Talking to a friend can be therapeutic when you feel stressed.
    • She found the warm bath very therapeutic after a long day.
    • Gardening is a therapeutic hobby that helps me relax.
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