Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rehabilitate

verb

/ˌriːəˈbɪlɪteɪt/

Definition

To restore to a former state or condition, especially after injury or illness.

Examples

After the accident, she worked hard to rehabilitate her knee through physical therapy.
The program aims to rehabilitate drug addicts and help them reintegrate into society.

Meaning

Rehabilitate means to help someone return to a normal life after they have experienced difficulties, such as an injury, addiction, or other life challenges. It can also refer to the process of improving or restoring something to its previous good condition.