restoratives

noun
UK /rɪˈstɒrətɪvz/
US /rɪˈstɔːrətɪvz/

Things that make you feel strong and healthy again.

After the long hike, the warm soup and rest acted as restoratives for the tired group.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Substances or treatments that bring back strength or consciousness.

The doctor gave the exhausted patient restoratives to help her wake up.

3. Things that bring something back to its original or better condition.

The old library used special restoratives to repair the damaged books.

4. Foods or drinks that refresh and energize you.

Fruit and water are simple restoratives after a long day in the sun.