General Verbs Related to Medicine

to agree with the truth of something, particularly in an unwilling manner

She admits her mistakes openly during team meetings.

to confirm or validate something, often by providing evidence or proof

Her exceptional grades in mathematics certified her aptitude for the subject.

to do a particular thing that is unlawful or wrong

He was arrested for attempting to commit fraud by falsifying financial documents.

a treatment or medication for a certain disease or injury

After years of research, they finally discovered a cure.

to send someone to hospital for medical treatment

After the accident, the injured person was immediately hospitalized for surgery.

to classify or interpret a non-medical condition, behavior, or aspect of life in terms of medical concepts or frameworks, often resulting in medical intervention or treatment

(of a healthcare professional) to tell someone what drug or treatment they should get

After the check-up, she prescribed a new medicine for my cough.

to deal with or behave toward someone or something in a particular way

Always treat animals with care and compassion.

admit anew

to distribute something, often in small portions

The vending machine dispenses snacks and beverages to customers.

a measured amount of drug or medicine that is taken at a given time

The doctor prescribed a dose of 500 milligrams of the medication to be taken twice daily.

to insert a substance or material into the body, often through a needle

Veterinarians may inject animals with medications for various health purposes.

to boost the immunity system of a person or animal against a disease by vaccination

to give or take an excessive amount of a drug at a given time, which could be fatal

to reach for something and hold it

He took the cup of coffee from the table and sipped it slowly.

to protect a person or an animal against a disease by giving them a preventive shot against specific diseases

Parents are encouraged to vaccinate their children to shield them from preventable illnesses.

(of a portion or piece) to become detached or separated from a larger whole

The plaque on the wall came off after years of wear and tear.

to be responsible for a company, organization, etc. and manage its affairs, including financial matters

The CEO diligently administers the company, overseeing its overall operations and strategic direction.

to free or release someone from legal or official confinement

The judge decided to discharge the defendant due to insufficient evidence, clearing them of all charges.

a thin magnetic material on which a piece of music is recorded

The engineer carefully spliced the tape to edit out any mistakes in the recording.

to fill something or someone with a particular quality, flavor, or emotion

To create a calming atmosphere, she used essential oils to infuse the room with soothing scents.

to separate someone or something from others

The researchers decided to isolate the specimen in a controlled environment to study its behavior.

to administer a drug or treat a patient using drugs

to bring new life or energy to something

Drinking a cup of coffee in the morning helps to revive my energy.

to attempt to medicate oneself without the doctor's permission

a period of time one opts to remain apart from others in order to prevent the spread of an infectious disease

to administer drugs to a patient in order to prevent pain or to induce a loss of consciousness during surgery or medical procedures

a piece of cloth that is put around a wound to prevent infections

She wrapped a bandage around the cut on her finger to protect it from infection.

a hospital area or clinic specifically designed to treat individuals who are undergoing detoxification from drugs, alcohol, or other substances

After struggling with addiction, she spent two weeks in detox to safely withdraw.

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

He asked her wife to wear a formal dress to the event.

to become healthy again

Over time, a wound may heal and gradually close.

to protect an animal or a person from a disease by vaccination

Parents are encouraged to immunize their infants against common childhood diseases through scheduled vaccinations.

to supply crops, land, etc. with water, typically by artificial means

They irrigate the fields using a network of sprinklers to ensure even water distribution.

to control or influence someone cleverly for personal gain or advantage

The con artist manipulated his victims into giving him their money by playing on their emotions.

to help someone to restore to a healthy and independent state after a period of imprisonment, addiction, illness, etc.

The program aimed to rehabilitate individuals with substance abuse issues, providing support for a drug-free life.

to bring someone to a state of consciousness, typically by administering medical aid or CPR

The paramedics worked quickly to resuscitate the unconscious hiker on the trail.

to give a calming substance to a person or animal, often for medical reasons or to reduce anxiety

Before the surgery, the anesthesiologist will sedate the patient to ensure a painless and comfortable experience.

to make something steady and prevent it from fluctuating

Central banks implement policies to stabilize the economy and control inflation.

to remove all bacteria or other microorganisms from something

She sterilizes surgical instruments to prevent infections during procedures.

to securely tie or fasten using a long, narrow piece of material

The hiker will strap the backpack securely before setting out on the trail.

a small, soft material used by a doctor, nurse, etc. for applying medication, cleansing a wound, or taking samples from someone’s body

to make a person or animal calm or unconscious using drugs, like sedatives

The veterinarian needed to tranquillize the aggressive dog before the examination.

to freely give goods, money, or food to someone or an organization

Individuals often donate clothing to local shelters during the winter months.

to completely change one's decision or opinion

After hearing all the arguments, she finally came around and agreed to join us.