heal
verb11 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.2
Used to describe a wound or injury that has recovered in its entirety.
fully heal8.0
Synonym for completely heal, emphasizing the completeness of the recovery.
heal up7.9
A common phrasal verb meaning to heal completely. Often used in informal speech.
Indicates that the healing process occurred correctly, without complications.
quickly heal7.6
Indicates that the recovery process is happening fast.
slowly heal7.5
Indicates that the recovery process is taking a long time.
well heal7.2
Synonym for nicely heal, focusing on the quality of the recovery.
nicely heal7.0
Indicates that the healing process is progressing well and looks good.
Emphasizes that healing will happen after a period of time, in the end.
finally heal6.7
Similar to eventually heal, often implying a long or difficult waiting period.
Describes a situation where recovery is incomplete.