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The warm bath felt therapeutic after the long hike.
What does Therapeutic mean?
helpful for healing or wellbeing.
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Therapeutic describes something that helps healing, recovery, comfort, or wellbeing.
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Art can be therapeutic when it helps people express feelings safely.
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The article described therapeutic exercises that support recovery after an injury.
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What does therapeutic mean?
Therapeutic means helpful for healing, comfort, recovery, or wellbeing.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to therapeutic?
Healing is close in meaning to therapeutic.
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Harmful is a contrast because therapeutic means helpful for healing.
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WordTherapeutic.
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MeaningTherapeutic means helpful for healing or wellbeing.
ExampleExample: The warm bath felt therapeutic after the long hike.
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4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- thair · uh · pyoo · tik
- Strongest beat
- pyoo
- Ending
- tik
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pyoo.
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Synonyms
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healingHelping the body or mind recover.
restorativeHelping someone regain strength or wellbeing.
beneficialHelpful or good for someone.
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