theriac
The word “theriac” has 3 syllables: the-ri-ac
It's pronounced as /ˈθɪr.i.æk/
What is synonym and antonym for theriac?
In the thesaurus, “theriac” has 14 synonyms and 10 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for theriac along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for theriac
- catholicon
- corrective
- cure
- cure-all
- elixir
- magic bullet
- magic potion
- miracle drug
- nostrum
- panacea
- remedy
- silver bullet
- universal remedy
- wonder drug
Antonyms for theriac
Meanings of theriac
- noun
- A supposed universal antidote against poison, especially snake venom; specifically, one such developed in the 1st century as an improvement on mithridate.
- Treacle; molasses.
- adjective
- Theriacal; medicinal.
Example Sentences
- Ancient physicians once believed theriac could cure many illnesses.
- The old manuscript described a recipe for theriac made from rare herbs.
- Merchants traded expensive jars of theriac throughout the region.
- Historians study how theriac was used in medieval medicine.
- The apothecary carefully prepared the theriac according to tradition.
On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to theriac, such as: bane, catholicon, contaminant, corrective, cure, cure-all, elixir.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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- corrective
- cure
- cure-all
- elixir
- miracle drug
- nostrum
- panacea
- remedy
- silver bullet
- theriac
- wonder drug
panacea
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- corrective
- cure
- cure-all
- elixir
- magic bullet
- miracle drug
- nostrum
- patent medicine
- relief
- remedy
- silver bullet
- theriac
- wonder drug