Curable

/ˈkjʊr.ə.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

able to be cured or healed; relating to a disease or condition that can be adequately treated or improved.

Many bacterial infections are curable with the right antibiotics.

referring to a condition or situation that can be changed or improved.

The doctor assured her that her skin condition was curable with proper treatment.

capable of recovery; not permanent.

The prognosis looked good; the doctor said the cancer was curable if caught early.

not fatal or terminal; can be managed or eliminated.

In many cases, mental health issues are curable with therapy and support.

From Latin 'curabilis', from 'curare' meaning to care for or to heal.

curable disease

A disease that can be treated and resolved.

curable condition

A medical condition that can be treated successfully.

cure

To restore health or wellness.

treatment

The management and care of a patient to combat a disease or condition.

In general usage, may imply that something can be fixed or improved.

That malfunctioning gadget? It's totally curable with some quick repairs.