treatable (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈtriːtəbl/

Definition

Capable of being cured or relieved by medical care or other methods.

Examples

• Fortunately, her rare condition was diagnosed early and proved to be treatable.

• The doctor assured the patient that the infection was easily treatable with a course of antibiotics.

• While not all cancers are curable, many forms are highly treatable, leading to long-term remission.

Synonyms of treatable

Words with a similar meaning to treatable:

• curable
• remediable
• manageable
• amenable

Antonyms of treatable

Words with the opposite meaning to treatable:

• untreatable
• incurable
• terminal

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