Homöopathie

homeopathy

noun ho-moe-o-pa-TEE Rare

Origin: from Greek homoios (similar) + pathos (suffering)

Usage Note

Homöopathie is a controversial alternative medicine system based on the principle that 'like cures like'. It remains popular in Germany despite scientific evidence against it. German health insurers once covered some homeopathic remedies; this is increasingly being dropped. Homeopathic medicines are sold in pharmacies as Globuli.

Examples

"Viele Deutsche vertrauen auf Homöopathie, obwohl ihre Wirksamkeit wissenschaftlich umstritten ist."

Natural Translation

Many Germans trust in homeopathy, although its effectiveness is scientifically controversial.

Literal Translation

Many Germans trust on homeopathy, although its effectiveness scientifically controversial is.

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