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Homeopathy: meaning, definitions and examples

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homeopathy

 

[ həʊmɪˈɒpəθi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical practice

Homeopathy is a system of alternative medicine that employs highly diluted substances with the aim of triggering the body's natural system of healing. It is based on the principle that 'like cures like', where a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can, in very small doses, treat similar symptoms in a sick person.

Synonyms

alternative medicine, holistic healing, natural therapy

Examples of usage

  • Many people turn to homeopathy for cold treatment.
  • She believes in the effectiveness of homeopathy for chronic ailments.
  • Homeopathy has been a controversial topic among medical professionals.

Translations

Translations of the word "homeopathy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 homeopatia

🇮🇳 होम्योपैथी

🇩🇪 Homöopathie

🇮🇩 homeopati

🇺🇦 гомеопатія

🇵🇱 homeopatia

🇯🇵 ホメオパシー

🇫🇷 homéopathie

🇪🇸 homeopatía

🇹🇷 homeopati

🇰🇷 동종요법

🇸🇦 الهوميوباتي

🇨🇿 homeopatie

🇸🇰 homeopatia

🇨🇳 顺势疗法

🇸🇮 homeopatija

🇮🇸 heimaópati

🇰🇿 гомеопатия

🇬🇪 ჰომეოპათია

🇦🇿 homeopatiya

🇲🇽 homeopatía

Etymology

The term 'homeopathy' derives from the Greek words 'homoios' meaning 'similar', and 'pathos' meaning 'suffering'. The concept was established in the late 18th century by Samuel Hahnemann, a German physician who believed that the use of diluted doses of substances that cause symptoms could cure diseases. Hahnemann's ideas challenged traditional medicine and laid the groundwork for homeopathic practices. The popularity of homeopathy grew in the 19th century, particularly in Europe and the United States, where it was seen as a more humane and gentle alternative to the harsher treatments of the time. Over the years, homeopathy has faced criticism and skepticism, particularly from the scientific community, regarding its efficacy and the plausibility of its principles. Despite this, homeopathy has maintained a devoted following and remains a popular choice for many seeking holistic health solutions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,587 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.