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medicine Synonyms
Another word for medicine
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• noun (Context 1)
The science and practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease or injury.
Usage Example
"After completing her undergraduate degree, she decided to study healthcare to become a pediatrician."
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healthcare
therapeutics
healing
• noun (Context 2)
A drug, chemical compound, or preparation used for the treatment or prevention of illness.
Usage Example
"The pharmacist carefully explained the correct dosage for the cold medication."
Strongest
medication
drug
remedy
Strong
pharmaceutical
cure
• noun (Context 3)
Something that serves as a corrective or remedy for a metaphorical ailment or problem.
Usage Example
"Many believe that hearty laughter is the best antidote for a troubled mind."
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antidote
panacea
cure
Opposites of medicine
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of medicine varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
poison
toxin
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Medicine. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/medicine