Synonyms for

Heal

Verb / hi:l / Another word for heal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To become healthy again; to make something better or whole again.

Synonyms & similar words

bringaround mend cure cure mend repair restore fix rehabilitate treat ameliorate renew regenerate revive remedy rejuvenate recondition recover resolve

Synonyms by register

Formal

remediate restore mend cure

Informal

get better patch up fix up bounce back

Literary

redeem salve restore

Antonyms

injure harm wound damage aggravate exacerbate impair

Common collocations

  • heal a wound
  • heal the sick
  • heal the rift
  • heal the nation
  • heal the planet
  • heal the body
  • heal the soul
  • heal over

Word family

noun healing
verb heal
adjective healed

Usage note

Heal primarily refers to the process of becoming sound or healthy again, especially after injury or illness. It can also be used metaphorically for emotional or relational recovery.

Example sentences

  1. I hope my broken arm will heal soon.
  2. The medicine helped heal my sore throat.
  3. I need to rest so my body can heal.
  4. She used aloe vera to heal her sunburn.
  5. The therapist helped heal his emotional wounds.

Quotes

  • Time heals all wounds.
  • The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love.
  • Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it.

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