B2verb 1K

Cure

🇬🇧 UK /["/kjʊə(r)/","/kjʊəz/","/kjʊəd/","/ˈkjʊərɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kjʊr/","/kjʊrz/","/kjʊrd/","/ˈkjʊrɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Cure

to make a person or an animal healthy again after an illness

In simple words: To make someone healthy again.

Cure in a sentence

• It is possible to cure some diseases with the right treatment.
• The scientists are working hard to find a cure for cancer.
• The new medicine claims to cure headaches within minutes.
• She was determined to cure her fear of public speaking.
• After several weeks of rest, he finally felt cured of his illness.

How to use Cure

Use 'cure' in medical contexts when discussing treatments that completely eliminate diseases. Avoid using it for temporary relief; prefer 'treat' instead.

Grammar pattern

cure + object

Memory hint

Think of 'cure' as 'clear' – to clear away sickness.

Related words

Collocations with Cure

• completely
• miraculously
• of
• completely
• miraculously
• of
• completely
• miraculously
• of
• completely
• miraculously
• of

Synonyms for Cure

• heal
• remedy
• treat
• restore
• alleviate

Opposites of Cure

• worsen
• deteriorate

Common mistakes with Cure

• 'Cure' cannot be used with abstract issues like sadness or malaise.
• Confuse 'cure' with 'heal'; 'heal' is often used for emotional or spiritual contexts.
• 'Cure' is not always applicable for chronic conditions.

Frequently asked questions about Cure

What does Cure mean?

To make someone healthy again.

What is the definition of Cure?

to make a person or an animal healthy again after an illness

How do you use Cure in a sentence?

It is possible to cure some diseases with the right treatment.

Can you give another example of Cure?

The scientists are working hard to find a cure for cancer.

What are synonyms for Cure?

Common alternatives include heal, remedy, treat, restore, alleviate.

What is the opposite of Cure?

Opposite meanings include worsen, deteriorate.

What words go with Cure?

It commonly pairs with completely, miraculously, of, completely, miraculously, of, completely, miraculously, of, completely, miraculously, of.

What are common mistakes when using Cure?

'Cure' cannot be used with abstract issues like sadness or malaise. Confuse 'cure' with 'heal'; 'heal' is often used for emotional or spiritual contexts. 'Cure' is not always applicable for chronic conditions.

How do you pronounce Cure?

US: /["/kjʊr/","/kjʊrz/","/kjʊrd/","/ˈkjʊrɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kjʊə(r)/","/kjʊəz/","/kjʊəd/","/ˈkjʊərɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Cure?

Use 'cure' in medical contexts when discussing treatments that completely eliminate diseases. Avoid using it for temporary relief; prefer 'treat' instead.

What CEFR level is Cure?

"Cure" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.