Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
relapse
verb
/rɪˈlæps/
Definition
A return to a previous state or condition after a period of improvement.
Examples
- After several months of recovery, he experienced a relapse into his old habits.
- The doctor warned that a relapse could occur if the treatment was not followed properly.
Meaning
Relapse often refers to the recurrence of symptoms or behaviors, particularly in the context of illness or addiction.
Synonyms
- recurrence
- regression
- reversion
