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restorative
rih-STO-ruh-tihv
Restorative (adj) means having the effect of restoring health, strength, or good condition. Example: “A good night's sleep can be deeply restorative.”
adj
1
Having the effect of restoring health, strength, or good condition.
"A good night's sleep can be deeply restorative."
noun
1
Something, such as a treatment or drink, that restores health or strength.
"The tonic was sold as a restorative for tired travelers."
How to use restorative
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that helps you recover strength, health, or energy.
Common pairings
restorative sleep
restorative justice
restorative yoga
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Word forms
- Plural
- restoratives
- Comparative
- more restorative
- Superlative
- most restorative
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Etymology
From Old French restauratif and Medieval Latin restaurativus, tied to restore plus -ative.
Synonyms
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nonrestorative
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Rhymes for restorative
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What does “restorative” mean?
The word “restorative” means having the effect of restoring health, strength, or good condition. In plain terms, something that helps you recover strength, health, or energy.
How do you pronounce “restorative”?
“Restorative” is pronounced rih-STO-ruh-tihv (/ɹɪˈstɒɹətɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “restorative” in a sentence?
Here is “restorative” used in a sentence: “A good night's sleep can be deeply restorative.”
What is the opposite of “restorative”?
The opposite of “restorative” — its antonyms — is nonrestorative.
What part of speech is “restorative”?
Depending on how it is used, “restorative” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “restorative” come from?
The word “restorative” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French restauratif and Medieval Latin restaurativus, tied to restore plus -ative.
How many meanings does “restorative” have?
“Restorative” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having the effect of restoring health, strength, or good condition.
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