restorative

adjective

ri-ˈstȯr-ə-tiv How to pronounce restorative (audio)
Definition of restorativenext
1
as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind took a restorative vitamin mix to improve his immune system

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2
as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind I am in need of a long, restorative vacation

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3
as in medicinal
tending to cure disease or restore health relocation to a milder climate proved to be just the restorative measure that was needed for the sickly child

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Recent Examples of restorative But mostly, this trek through emotionally rocky territory is a solitary mission, and Marina’s navigation of it gives Romería its quiet, restorative power. — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 26 June 2026 Given how scarring those early eliminations were at Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, their advancement alone has some restorative worth. — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 26 June 2026 Louisiana also has incredible restorative wilderness. — Jenny Adams, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2026 Aiello is committed to restorative justice and will prioritize collaborative courts, said Jonathan Raven, the former chief deputy DA whom Aiello succeeded. — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for restorative
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
  1. healthy
  2. refreshing
  3. medicinal
  4. good
  5. therapeutic
  6. healthful
  7. healing
  8. curative
Adjective
  • Pomegranates also contain vitamin K and folate, which can help support healthy blood clotting and cell growth, respectively.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The indexes are sitting on healthy gains for the year despite a slight pullback in June.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
Definition of healthy
Adjective
  • Ahead, everything to know about this beachside favorite, along with refreshing ways to style this timeless look all summer long.
    — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 2 July 2026
  • The arils are deep ruby-red in color and have a sweet yet slightly tart flavor that many people find refreshing.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Definition of refreshing
Adjective
  • One common medicinal use is as an insecticide on the head and the feet.
    — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026
  • Wine that has gone bad may have a medicinal or vinegar-like smell and may taste sharp or sour.
    — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
Definition of medicinal
Adjective
  • The next best thing to intravenous intervention when dehydrated is Liquid IV.
    — Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • Our best guess is that there might be a little bit of recognition for the youngest generations, too, watching all those clips — as in, Holy cow, Austin Powers was real!
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 7 July 2026
Definition of good
Adjective
  • Activities include swimming, competitions, sports, but also therapeutic group dialogue circles.
    — Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
  • In the heart of the Swiss Alps, therapeutic methods of state-of-the-art medicine combined with holistic naturopathy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Definition of therapeutic
Adjective
  • The couple has a passion for healthful eating and taking care of the environment, providing for the land that provides for them, as Hakenah Hulitt put it.
    — Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
  • Potatoes are generally considered a more healthful option than rice due to their lower calorie content and higher fiber, iron, potassium, and vitamin B6 content.
    — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 9 June 2026
Definition of healthful
Adjective
  • Other symptoms include non-healing or bleeding wounds and feeling or seeing the maggots.
    — Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • Persistent claudication, non-healing wounds, severe swelling and numbness that doesn’t resolve are all reasons to see a clinician.
    — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
Definition of healing
Adjective
  • Unfortunately, there are cases where an individual’s illness is so advanced that there is no curative treatment available.
    — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026
  • For patients, the result could be faster access to curative therapies rather than waiting for annual budgets, coverage decisions, and funding constraints to catch up with scientific advances.
    — William V. Padula, STAT, 8 June 2026
Definition of curative

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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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