Integrative: meaning, definitions and examples

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integrative

[ ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪv ]

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approach to healthcare

Relating to a form of medical treatment that combines conventional treatments with alternative therapies to promote overall well-being.

Synonyms

combined, comprehensive, holistic

Examples of usage

Many patients prefer an integrative approach to healthcare, combining traditional medicine with holistic practices.
Integrative medicine focuses on treating the whole person, including their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Translations

Translations of the word "integrative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 integrativo

🇮🇳 समग्र

🇩🇪 integrativ

🇮🇩 integratif

🇺🇦 інтегративний

🇵🇱 integracyjny

🇯🇵 統合的 (とうごうてき)

🇫🇷 intégratif

🇪🇸 integrativo

🇹🇷 bütünleştirici

🇰🇷 통합적 (통합적인)

🇸🇦 تكاملي

🇨🇿 integrační

🇸🇰 integračný

🇨🇳 整合的 (zhěnghé de)

🇸🇮 integrativen

🇮🇸 samþættur

🇰🇿 интегративті

🇬🇪 ინტეგრაციული

🇦🇿 inteqrativ

🇲🇽 integrativo

Word origin

The term 'integrative' originated in the mid-17th century from the Latin word 'integrat-' meaning 'renewed, restored'. It gained popularity in the 20th century with the rise of alternative medicine practices and the recognition of the importance of holistic health approaches.