incurable
1 synonyms and 1 antonyms for incurable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not able to be cured or treated successfully.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use incurable
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Etymology
From Old French incurable, from Late Latin incurabilis, from in- ("not") plus curare ("to cure, take care of").
Full origin of incurable →Frequently asked questions
What does “incurable” mean?
The word “incurable” means not able to be cured or treated successfully. In plain terms, impossible to cure or fix — used both literally for illness and lightly for personality traits.
How do you pronounce “incurable”?
“Incurable” is pronounced ihn-KYOOR-ruhbl (/ˌɪnˈkjʊɹəbl/ in IPA).
How do you use “incurable” in a sentence?
Here is “incurable” used in a sentence: “The disease was declared incurable at the time.”
What is another word for “incurable”?
Words with a similar meaning to “incurable” include uncurable.
What is the opposite of “incurable”?
The opposite of “incurable” — its antonyms — is curable.
What part of speech is “incurable”?
“Incurable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “incurable” come from?
The word “incurable” comes from Late Latin. From Old French incurable, from Late Latin incurabilis, from in- ("not") plus curare ("to cure, take care of").
How many meanings does “incurable” have?
“Incurable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not able to be cured or treated successfully.