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Definition
Curative effect; the therapeutic efficacy of a medical treatment.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the clinical or medicinal outcome of a treatment rather than general results. It is frequently used in professional medical contexts or when discussing the efficacy of health products. Unlike general words for effect, this carries a formal tone often found in advertisements or doctor consultations.
Examples
The effect of this medicine is very significant; I felt much better immediately after taking it.
What do you think of the effectiveness of this new treatment?
Related words
Common phrases
significant therapeutic effect
evaluation of therapeutic effect
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe the result of non-medical actions, as it is strictly reserved for health and therapeutic contexts. Using it for everyday tasks like fixing a computer or cleaning a room sounds unnatural.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
