Nostrum
Nounझूठा उपचार, निरर्थक दवा
Definition
A medicine, especially one that is not considered effective, prepared by an unqualified person.
Contextual Sentence: "The financial advisor's nostrum of guaranteed high returns was a red flag."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Sounds like 'no + stomach' (no real cure for stomach issues).
Synonyms
quack remedy
patent medicine
placebo
Antonyms
scientific treatment
verified cure
authentic medicine