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Updated June 2026
Relating to the healing of disease or having a beneficial effect on the body or mind. It describes treatments or activities that promote wellbeing.
“Swimming has therapeutic benefits for people with joint problems.”
/θɛrəˈpjuːtɪk/
ther·a·peu·tic
Contains three E's and two T's; -IC ending pattern
Worth 18 points; the H (4) adds good value
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