* Noun: This is the most common usage. It refers to something that cures or relieves a problem or ailment.
* Verb: It can also act as a verb, meaning to cure or relieve.
* Adjective: Though less common, "remedial" is the adjective form, describing something that is intended to cure or relieve.
Here are some examples:
Noun: "The doctor prescribed several remedies for the patient's pain."
Verb: "The herbal tea remedied my sore throat."
Adjective: "The teacher offered remedial help to students struggling with the material."
To determine the part of speech, consider its function in the sentence.