antidote
Translation
antidote, remedy
Examples
They quickly administered the antidote for the snakebite.
They quickly administered the antidote for the snakebite.
Laughter is a great antidote to stress.
Laughter is a great antidote to stress.
Grammar Patterns
((an antidote)) ((for/to sth.)) a remedy for sth. They administered the antidote for the snakebite.
Similar Words
Synonyms: remedy, cure, countermeasure
Etymology
From Greek 'antidoton' (given against), from 'anti-' (against) + 'doton' (given).
Memory Tips
Think of it as an 'anti-dose' to a poison. It counteracts the dose of poison.