heal
Pronunciation: [hiːl]
Word
Context: “health”
(verb) to make someone or something better after being hurt or sick. When you help a cut or a bruise go away, you are healing it.
Example
The doctor helped to heal my broken arm quickly.
Example
Without proper care, the injury did not heal properly.
Example
How long will it take for my wound to heal?
Context: “emotional support”
(verb) to become better emotionally after something sad or hurtful happens. When you talk to a friend after a tough time, you might start to heal from your sadness.
Example
She took time to heal after her breakup and felt stronger later.
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Ignoring her feelings did not help her heal at all.
Example
What are some ways I can heal after feeling sad?
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