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Definition of naturopath
naturopath
/ˈnætʃ.ɚ.əˌpæθ/
nat · u · ro · path
Adverb:naturopathically
•Plural:naturopaths
•Adjective:naturopathic
naturopath Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
4
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• noun
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A practitioner of naturopathy who treats illnesses and promotes wellness using natural remedies such as herbal medicine, nutrition, acupuncture, and lifestyle counseling rather than conventional drugs or surgery.
Example
"After struggling with chronic fatigue for months, she consulted a licensed naturopath to adjust her diet and nutritional supplements."
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Coined in the late 19th century as a back-formation from 'naturopathy', combining Latin 'natura' (nature) with the suffix '-path' (modeled on 'homeopath', from Ancient Greek 'pathos', meaning suffering or feeling).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Naturopath. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/naturopath