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Meaning of recovery
The primary meaning of the word "recovery" is the act or process of becoming healthy or normal again after an illness, injury, or disease.
Etymology of recovery
The word "recovery" originates from the Old French word "recoverir," which is derived from the Latin words "re" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "cupere" (meaning "to take" or "to seize")
Historically, the word "recovery" was first used in the 15th century to describe the act of regaining health or strength after an illness or injury
Synonyms
recuperation
revival
restoration
rejuvenation
rehabilitation
resurgence
revivalism
rebirth
regeneration
renewal
reclamation
recuperation
convalescence
healing
mending
improvement
amelioration
betterment
enhancement
progress
advancement
development
recuperation
resurgence
resumption
continuation
revitalization
reinvigoration
refreshment
rejuvenation
regaining
retrieval
salvage
rescue
deliverance
liberation
freedom
emancipation
release
Definitions
- The act or process of becoming healthy or normal again after an illness, injury, or disease
- * The act of regaining or redeeming something lost or taken away
- * The process of returning to a normal or healthy state after a period of difficulty or crisis
Usage Examples
- The patient's recovery from surgery was slow but steady
- * The economy is in recovery after a period of recession
- * The team's recovery from their losing streak was impressive
Antonyms
decline
deterioration
decay
downfall
collapse
failure
relapse
setback
reversal
regression
worsening
aggravation
exacerbation
intensification
deterioration
degeneration
decay
putrefaction
rot
ruin
destruction
demolition
annihilation
extinction