therapeutic
Translation
therapeutic, healing, curative
Examples
The hot bath had a therapeutic effect.
The hot bath had a therapeutic effect.
She finds painting very therapeutic.
She finds painting very therapeutic.
Grammar Patterns
therapeutic ((effect/value)) having a good effect on your body or mind The music has a therapeutic effect.
to be therapeutic ((for sb.)) making you feel happier and more relaxed Gardening is therapeutic for me.
Similar Words
Synonyms: healing, curative, restorative
Etymology
From Greek 'therapeutikos', from 'therapeuein' meaning 'to attend, to treat'. It's the adjective form of 'therapy'.
Memory Tips
If you know the word 'therapy', just remember that 'therapeutic' is the adjective used to describe something that provides therapy or healing.