curable
UK: ˈkjʊərəbl | US: ˈkjʊrəbl
adj. capable of being cured or healed
adj. capable of being remedied or corrected
The word "curable" originates from the Latin root curare (to care for, heal), which evolved into the Old French curer (to heal). The suffix -able (from Latin -abilis) denotes capability. Thus, "curable" literally means "capable of being healed." The term reflects a logical progression from physical healing to broader metaphorical applications (e.g., remedying problems).
Early detection makes many diseases curable.
The doctor assured her that the condition was curable with proper treatment.
Some mistakes are not easily curable once they escalate.
The team believes the software bug is curable with a patch.
Optimism is key when facing a curable illness.