Heal

Pronunciation: /hil/

Definitions of heal

verb to make or become healthy again, to cure or repair

Example Sentences

A1 She used a bandage to heal the small cut on her finger.

A2 The doctor prescribed medication to help heal the patient's infection.

B1 Physical therapy can help heal injuries and improve mobility.

B2 Time and rest are essential for the body to heal after surgery.

C1 Emotional healing can take time and may require therapy or counseling.

C2 Healing from past trauma may involve forgiveness and self-reflection.

Examples of heal in a Sentence

formal The doctor prescribed a treatment plan to help heal the patient's injuries.

informal I heard that resting is the best way to help heal a sprained ankle.

slang She swears by using aloe vera to heal sunburns quickly.

figurative Time can heal emotional wounds and help us move on from past hurts.

Grammatical Forms of heal

• past tense: healed
• plural: heals
• comparative: healer
• superlative: healing
• present tense: heals
• future tense: will heal
• perfect tense: has healed
• continuous tense: is healing
• singular: heal
• positive degree: heal
• infinitive: to heal
• gerund: healing
• participle: healing

Origin and Evolution of heal

First Known Use: 0900 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'heal' originated from the Old English word 'hǣlan' which means to make whole or sound.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'heal' has evolved to encompass not just physical healing but also emotional and spiritual healing.