Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
recovery
noun
/rɪˈkʌvəri/
Definition
The process of regaining possession or control of something lost or the process of returning to a normal state after a difficult situation.
Examples
- After her surgery, her recovery took several weeks.
- The economy is showing signs of recovery after the recession.
- He is committed to his recovery from addiction.
Meaning
Recovery often refers to the act of getting back to a stable or healthy condition, especially after a setback or illness.
Synonyms
- restoration
- reclamation
- comeback
- rehabilitation
- recuperation
