allopathy

American  

[uh-lop-uh-thee] / əˈlɒp ə θi /

noun

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

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allopathy British  

/ 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

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Other Word Forms

• allopathic adjective
• allopathically adverb

Etymology

Origin of allopathy

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

Compare meaning

How does allopathy compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• homeopathy vs. allopathy

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.

From BBC

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

From US News

In a manner conformable to allopathy; by allopathic methods.

From Project Gutenberg

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.

From Project Gutenberg

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

From Project Gutenberg