Homeopathy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌhəʊmɪˈɒpəθi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Homeopathy is a noun meaning (pseudoscience) A system of treating diseases with small amounts of substances which, in larger amounts, would produce the observed symptoms.
Meaning
(pseudoscience) A system of treating diseases with small amounts of substances which, in larger amounts, would produce the observed symptoms.
Example Sentences
I am sure that if doctors (for instance) were first taught how to use some of the other methods of homeopathy effectively, particularly the therapeutics and organ-based methods, they would be much more able to incorporate these into their practices […]
Word Forms
- homeopathies
- homoeopathy
Synonyms for homeopathy
Depending on context, synonyms include homoeopathy.
Antonyms for homeopathy
Common opposites include allopathy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include homoeopathy, homeopathic, accidentalism, isopathy, autotherapy, enantiopathy.
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