CEFR B2

therapy

noun

Meaning

The treatment of physical or mental illness by the use of drugs, surgery, or other means.

Examples

She has been undergoing chemotherapy as part of her cancer therapy.
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a common treatment for anxiety.

Synonyms: treatment, care, remedy, healing

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therapy (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈθɛrəpi/

Definition

The treatment of physical or mental illness by the use of drugs, surgery, or other means.

Examples

She has been undergoing chemotherapy as part of her cancer therapy.
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a common treatment for anxiety.
The patient responded well to the new drug therapy.

How to Use therapy

therapy for (prepositional phrase): Used to specify the condition or problem being treated. — "He is receiving therapy for his back pain."
therapy session (collocation): A single meeting or period of time dedicated to therapy. — "Her weekly therapy session helps her manage her anxiety."

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