Heal Definition & Meaning

heal
verb
  1. heal or recover; "My broken leg is mending"
  2. get healthy again; "The wound is healing slowly"
  3. provide a cure for, make healthy again; "The treatment cured the boy's acne"; "The quack pretended to heal patients but never managed to"

"Heal" in song lyrics

See how heal is used in real songs:

  • "And so I guess I gotta wait and see if maybe the wounds will heal"
    Blackalicious — 40oz. for Breakfast
  • "Dirt under fingernails, wounds don't heal"
    Blaze Ya Dead Homie — Nasty
  • "And our decision, it's an incision that won't heal"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Understanding

Words that rhyme with heal

Usage tips for "heal"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "heal" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for heal to find words that pair well.

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