recover

/rɪˈkʌv.ər/

Definitions

1. verb

to become healthy or strong again after being ill or injured

“After a week in the hospital, she was finally able to recover from her illness.”

2. verb

to regain or get back something that was lost or taken away

“The company was able to recover the stolen money through a thorough investigation.”

3. verb

to get back to a normal or healthy state after being affected by something

“The environment was able to recover from the devastating effects of the oil spill.”

4. noun

the act of becoming healthy or strong again after being ill or injured

“Her recovery from the surgery was a long and difficult process.”

5. noun

something that is recovered, such as a lost or stolen item

“The police were able to recover the stolen car thanks to a tip from a witness.”

6. adjective

able to be recovered or regained

“The company’s financial recovery was a major success story.”

7. adjective

relating to or affecting recovery

“The recovery center provided a safe and supportive environment for patients.”

Synonyms

  • get back
  • reclaim
  • redress
  • regain
  • remedy

Antonyms

  • decline
  • deteriorate
  • lose
  • permanently damage
  • worsen