Definitions

1. noun

A medicine or agent that counteracts the effect of poison.

“The hospital had an antidote for the snake venom on hand.”

2. noun

Something that counteracts or neutralizes an unpleasant or undesirable effect.

“A cool breeze was the perfect antidote to the sweltering heat.”

3. noun

Something that counteracts or neutralizes a negative or undesirable situation.

“A successful business venture was the antidote to their financial struggles.”