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noun (1)

Definition of curesnext
plural of cure
1
as in antidotes
something that corrects or counteracts something undesirable a fun hobby is always a good cure for boredom

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

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cures

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verb

present tense third-person singular of cure
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as in heals
to bring about recovery from do you have anything that will cure my headache?

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

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curés

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noun (2)

plural of curé
as in curates

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cures
  1. heals
  2. alleviates
  3. relieves
Verb
  • Stretch marks happen when the skin tears and then heals.
    Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
  • When the skin heals, small scars form as stretch marks.
    Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • This alleviates at least some of that pressure.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Andrew's decision to skip Sandringham — and now the Christmas lunch — also alleviates potential pressure on his brother the King, 76, about the problematic concept of public appearances at this time.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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  • The steamers use clean, natural ingredients offering aromatherapy that relieves congestion, allergies, and stress.
    Veronica Booth, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
  • This hydrating oil relieves skin dryness without leaving the skin feeling greasy.
    Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
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