1. Plural of allopathy; systems of medical practice that treat disease by using remedies (such as drugs or surgery) that produce effects different from or opposite to those of the disease being treated.
Usage: Medical/healthcare context; Often contrasted with alternative or homeopathic medicine

Examples

• Many patients rely on allopathies prescribed by their doctors to manage chronic conditions.
• The debate between allopathies and alternative treatments continues in modern healthcare.
• Allopathies have made significant advances in treating infectious diseases with antibiotics.
• Some people prefer allopathies because they are backed by extensive clinical research.
• Insurance companies typically cover allopathies more readily than complementary therapies.