panacea

A remedy for all diseases; a universal medicine; a cure-all; catholicon; hence, a relief or solace for affliction.

A remedy for all diseases; a universal medicine; a cure-all; catholicon; hence, a relief or solace for affliction.

“And her panacea for ills, the lost little cottage, would not have averted it: she would there have had the same coveting desire to name a man of breeding, honour, station, for Nesta's husband.”

— George Meredith, Complete Project Gutenberg Works of George Meredith

Professor Zibblesworth peddled his latest concoction at the Annual Oddity Fair. "Panacea!" he boomed, "Cures everything from aching feet to broken hearts!" When Fluffertuft the cat drank it, her tail grew an extra ring, proving that some mysteries are better left unsolved.