treatable

[tree-tuh-buhl]

adjective

1. able to be treated, especially medically.

   Some diseases are treatable but not curable.

Other Word Forms

• treatability noun
• nontreatable adjective
• untreatable adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of treatable¹

treat + -able

Example Sentences

It says the condition is treatable with the right action.

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The sanctuary said they had been left with no choice when it came to the ageing big cats, which they said had "serious health conditions that were not treatable and were deteriorating".

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"Gum disease is preventable and treatable," said Sen. "If future studies confirm this link, it could offer a new avenue for reducing cerebral small vessel disease by targeting oral inflammation. For now, it underscores how dental care may support long-term brain health."

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Such insights could lead to new biomarkers that detect lung disease in its earliest, most treatable stages.

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Bipolar disorder is a treatable mental health condition marked by extreme changes in mood, thought, energy and behavior, according to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.

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