Eupractic

/juːˈpræktɪk/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by good practice, proper action, or correct and effective functioning.

Etymology

From Greek eu- (good, well) + praktikos (practical, from prattein 'to do') + -ic. Rare philosophical/medical term meaning well-functioning.

Kelly Says

Though rarely used today, 'eupractic' once described a healthy body functioning well—now we'd say 'in good health,' but the word reminds us that medicine and philosophy saw health as 'good action' of the body.

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