Antidote

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of antidote

cure
solution
remedy

Antonyms of antidote

poison
toxin
venom

Collocations of antidote

effective antidote
Frequency: 85 %

The new drug proved to be an effective antidote for the virus.

natural remedy
Frequency: 70 %

She preferred using natural remedies like herbs and essential oils.

antidote for snake venom
Frequency: 60 %

The serum was the antidote for snake venom.

universal antidote
Frequency: 45 %

There is no universal antidote for all types of poison.

antidote to a bad day
Frequency: 40 %

A good cup of tea is the perfect antidote to a bad day.

Idiomatic Expressions for antidote

  • Phrase: a spoonful of sugar is the antidote to the bitterness
    Meaning: a small amount of something pleasant can make a difficult or unpleasant situation more bearable
    Usage: She finds that listening to music is the spoonful of sugar that is the antidote to the bitterness of her long commute.