Meaning of curebie | Babel Free

Definitions

One who wishes to cure a condition (such as autism) that may be regarded as an acceptable alternative state of being.

derogatory

Examples

“She begins by explaining why the event is called Autism Pride Day, so that the curebies and other nay-sayers who don't feel autism is something to celebrate might achieve a glimmer of understanding.”

“Of course I wish we could "cure" him of those debilitating problems. I want better drugs and therapies to ease Mickey's core challenges. But I'm no longer a "curebie." I don't want to change his very way of being. I love who he is.”

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