therapeutical
UK: ˌθerəˈpjuːtɪk(ə)l | US: ˌθerəˈpjuːtɪk(ə)l
adj. relating to the treatment or cure of disease; therapeutic
therapeutical = therap<healing> + eutical<adjective suffix>
- therap: From Greek therapeuein ("to heal, treat medically").
- eutical: A suffix derived from Greek -ikos (via Latin -icus), forming adjectives meaning "pertaining to."
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Greek therapeia ("healing, service"), combined with the adjectival suffix -ikos (Latinized as -icus). Over time, therapeuticus in Late Latin evolved into therapeutical in English, retaining its core meaning of "healing-related." The suffix -ical reinforces its adjectival function, aligning with similar medical terms like clinical or surgical.
The doctor recommended a therapeutical approach to manage chronic pain.
Herbal teas are often used for their therapeutical benefits.
The spa offers therapeutical massages to reduce stress.
Studies confirm the therapeutical effects of mindfulness meditation.
This ointment has proven therapeutical value for skin conditions.