How to Pronounce "curative"
word
ˈkjʊɹətɪv
KYUR-uh-tiv
kjˈʊɹətˌɪv
kyur-UH-tiv
Definition
Something that has the ability to cure disease or fix a health problem; related to healing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkjʊɹətɪv
British English
kjˈʊɹətˌɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KYUR-uh-tiv
UK
kyur-UH-tiv
Listen in Context
This plant has curative properties.
Doctors are searching for a curative drug for the disease.
The treatment proved to be curative.
Many people believe in the curative powers of natural remedies.