homeopathy
What is another word for homeopathy? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A system of treating illness with tiny amounts of substances that, in larger doses, would cause the same symptoms.
Antonyms
allopathy
How to use homeopathy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
practise homeopathy
homeopathy clinic
classical homeopathy
turn to homeopathy
The word is often used in a critical or cautious tone, since it is widely regarded as a pseudoscience.
Etymology
Homeopathy comes from the German word Homöopathie. In English it corresponds to homeo-, meaning similar, joined with -pathy, meaning suffering or treatment.
Full origin of homeopathy →Frequently asked questions
What does homeopathy mean?
It is a system of treatment that uses tiny amounts of substances which, taken in larger amounts, would produce the same symptoms as the illness being treated.
Is homeopathy considered science?
It is generally classed as a pseudoscience rather than an evidence-based medical practice.
What is the opposite of homeopathy?
The opposite is allopathy, which treats symptoms with substances that produce different effects rather than similar ones.
