Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Nostrum.
How to pronounce nostrum:
US
Nostrum - as a noun
Hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
catholiconcure-allpanaceaHypernyms (Closely Related)
curativecureremedytherapeuticHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Patent medicine whose efficacy is questionable
Example Sentences
"He believed the snake oil salesman's nostrum would cure all his ailments."
"The quack doctor's nostrum promised to give you endless energy."
"The self-help book was just another nostrum offering a quick fix to happiness."
"The politician's proposed solution was nothing more than a nostrum to gain votes."
"She tried every nostrum on the market to cure her insomnia."
Word Game Points
Is NOSTRUM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nostrum is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NOSTRUM has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is NOSTRUM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nostrum is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNOSTRUM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is NOSTRUM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nostrum is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNOSTRUM has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
