Synonyms for

Healing

Verb / ˈhi:lɪŋ / Another word for healing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The process of making or becoming healthy again.

Synonyms & similar words

remedial mend alterative therapeutic heal cure curative sanative bringaround curing recovery restoration mending rehabilitation remedial therapeutic ameliorating healed recovering repairing restoring reviving soothing alleviating comforting helpful medicinal remedying salutary

Synonyms by register

Formal

restoration remediation recovery mending

Informal

getting better fixing up patching up

Literary

balm solace rejuvenation

Antonyms

harming wounding damaging injuring afflicting hurting

Common collocations

  • healing process
  • emotional healing
  • physical healing
  • healing touch
  • healing power
  • healing properties
  • healing crisis
  • healing time

Word family

noun healing
verb heal
adjective healing
adverb healingly

Usage note

While 'healing' can refer to physical recovery, it is also commonly used metaphorically for emotional or psychological recovery. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The healing power of nature is amazing.
  2. I hope you have a speedy healing process.
  3. Her singing voice was a healing balm to my soul.
  4. The doctor prescribed medicine to aid in the healing of the wound.
  5. The healing properties of aloe vera are well-known.

Quotes

  • The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love.
  • A healthy outside starts from the inside.
  • The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician.

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