C1noun 2K

Remedy

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈremədi/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈremədi/"]/

Meaning of Remedy

a way of dealing with or improving an unpleasant or difficult situation

In simple words: A way to fix a problem or make something better.

Remedy in a sentence

• The herbal remedy helped soothe her cold symptoms quickly.
• Doctors often look for the best remedy to treat persistent infections.
• Seeking a legal remedy, the plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the company.
• The contract breach left the parties looking for a remedy in court.
• In some cases, meditation can be a natural remedy for anxiety.
• Without a proper remedy, the damage caused by the error could be permanent.

How to use Remedy

Use 'remedy' when discussing solutions to problems, especially in health or legal contexts. It is less common in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

remedy + object

Memory hint

Think of 'remedy' as 'remedy the situation' — a fix for anything wrong.

Related words

Collocations with Remedy

• adequate
• effective
• good
• have
• pursue
• seek
• be available
• lie in something
• remedy against
• remedy for
• remedy in
• rights and remedies
• effective
• good
• common
• dose
• take
• use
• need
• be available
• work
• remedy for
• adequate
• effective
• good
• have
• pursue
• seek
• be available
• lie in something
• remedy against
• remedy for
• remedy in
• rights and remedies

Synonyms for Remedy

• solution
• redress

Opposites of Remedy

• problem
• harm
• injury

Common mistakes with Remedy

• Confusing 'remedy' with 'cure' — a remedy may not fully cure something.
• Using 'remedy' incorrectly as a verb, when it's primarily a noun.
• Using 'remedy' in very informal situations where a simpler word like 'fix' could work better.

Frequently asked questions about Remedy

What does Remedy mean?

A way to fix a problem or make something better.

What is the definition of Remedy?

a way of dealing with or improving an unpleasant or difficult situation

How do you use Remedy in a sentence?

The herbal remedy helped soothe her cold symptoms quickly.

Can you give another example of Remedy?

Doctors often look for the best remedy to treat persistent infections.

What are synonyms for Remedy?

Common alternatives include solution, redress.

What is the opposite of Remedy?

Opposite meanings include problem, harm, injury.

What words go with Remedy?

It commonly pairs with adequate, effective, good, have, pursue, seek, be available, lie in something, remedy against, remedy for, remedy in, rights and remedies, effective, good, common, dose, take, use, need, be available, work, remedy for, adequate, effective, good, have, pursue, seek, be available, lie in something, remedy against, remedy for, remedy in, rights and remedies.

What are common mistakes when using Remedy?

Confusing 'remedy' with 'cure' — a remedy may not fully cure something. Using 'remedy' incorrectly as a verb, when it's primarily a noun. Using 'remedy' in very informal situations where a simpler word like 'fix' could work better.

How do you pronounce Remedy?

US: /["/ˈremədi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈremədi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Remedy?

Use 'remedy' when discussing solutions to problems, especially in health or legal contexts. It is less common in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Remedy?

"Remedy" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.