Heal: meaning, definitions and examples

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heal

 

[ hiหl ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

medical treatment

to make or become healthy again, especially after an injury or illness. Healing may involve physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual recovery.

Synonyms

cure, mend, recover

Examples of usage

  • The doctor prescribed rest and medication to help heal the injured athlete.
  • Time and proper care are essential for wounds to heal properly.
Context #2 | Verb

repairing damage

to repair or restore something to a good or normal condition. Healing can refer to physical objects, relationships, or situations.

Synonyms

fix, mend, restore

Examples of usage

  • The therapy session helped heal the rift between the family members.
  • A fresh coat of paint can heal the appearance of an old house.
Context #3 | Noun

process

the process of making or becoming healthy again after an injury or illness. Healing can involve various stages and methods depending on the condition.

Synonyms

recovery, recuperation, restoration

Examples of usage

  • Healing after surgery requires patience and follow-up appointments.
  • The emotional healing from trauma may take years.

Translations

Translations of the word "heal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น curar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค เฅ€เค• เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช heilen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menyembuhkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทั†ั–ะปัŽะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ leczyฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฒปใ™ (naosu)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท guรฉrir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ curar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iyileลŸtirmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์น˜์œ ํ•˜๋‹ค (chiyuhada)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุดููŠ (yashfi)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lรฉฤit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lieฤiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฒปๆ„ˆ (zhรฌyรน)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zdraviti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรฆkna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตะผะดะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ™แƒฃแƒ แƒœแƒแƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ (mkurnaloba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ saฤŸaltmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ curar

Etymology

The word 'heal' originated from the Old English word 'hวฃlan', meaning 'to make whole, sound, or well'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, emphasizing the idea of restoration and recovery. The concept of healing has been central to medical practices, spirituality, and personal growth, symbolizing the process of overcoming obstacles and returning to a state of well-being.

See also: healer, healing, health.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,455 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.