allopathy

[uh-lop-uh-thee]

noun

1. the method of treating disease by the use of agents that produce effects different from those of the disease treated (homeopathy ).

allopathy

/ əˈlɒpəθɪ, ˌæləˈpæθɪk /

noun

1. the orthodox medical method of treating disease, by inducing a condition different from or opposed to the cause of the disease Compare homeopathy

Other Word Forms

• allopathic adjective
• allopathically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of allopathy¹

From the German word Allopathie, dating back to 1835–45. See allo-, -pathy

Example Sentences

Modern medicine, also referred to as allopathy, is the backbone of India's healthcare systems, but alternative therapies like ayurveda and homoeopathy are also hugely popular.

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The term "allopathy" describes how the effects of medical interventions are "other," or "allo-," to the effects of the disease, "-pathy."

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In a manner conformable to allopathy; by allopathic methods.

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But, afterall,—whether in healthy or unhealthy localities,—whether in mild climates or in cold,—whether treated by homeopathy or allopathy,—men will sicken and die.

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But a homeopathist is only a man who has never tried allopathy.

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