What is another word for Quackeries?

Pronunciation: [kwˈakəɹiz] (IPA)

Quackeries refer to fraudulent or unproven medical practices. There are many synonyms for this word, including charlatanism, deception, fraudulence, snake oil, pseudoscience, and chicanery. These words all describe the same thing: fraudulent or misleading medical practices that are not scientifically proven or backed up by proper research. Often, these practices are promoted by unscrupulous individuals or companies looking to make a quick buck by taking advantage of people's health concerns. It is important to be aware of the existence of these quackeries and to do your research before trying any new medical treatment. Always choose reliable sources for health information and consult with qualified healthcare professionals.

What are the hypernyms for Quackeries?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Quackeries

The fire was a very big one, and was burning up bigger things than such pedantic Quackeries.
"Eugenics and Other Evils"
G. K. Chesterton
But into what Quackeries will not people rush for a last chance, where all accustomed means have failed, and the life of a beloved object is at stake?
"In a Glass Darkly, v. 3/3"
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
But, so far as I have looked into Spiritualism, it seems to me only to have proved that, if any communication has ever been made from beyond the gate of death-and even such supposed phenomena are inextricably intertwined with Quackeries and deceits-it is an abnormal and not a normal thing.
"The Upton Letters"
Arthur Christopher Benson

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