Reconstitution: meaning, definitions and examples
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reconstitution
[ ˌriːˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃən ]
medical
The process of restoring a solution to its original state by adding water or another solvent.
Synonyms
recovery, renewal, restoration.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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reconstitution |
Used mostly in scientific, legal, or formal settings to describe the process of recreating or assembling something to its original state from its parts. It often refers to the reassembly of a substance in its original form after being divided or diluted.
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restoration |
Often used in contexts involving historical buildings, artworks, or items of cultural importance, indicating the process of returning something to its former condition.
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recovery |
Best used to describe the process of getting back to a normal state after a period of difficulty, illness, or loss. It can apply to health, economy, data, etc.
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renewal |
Appropriate for situations where something is given new life, energy, or freshness. It can be used for services, energies, and permissions.
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Examples of usage
- Reconstitution of the powdered medication is necessary before administration.
- After reconstitution, the solution should be used immediately.
- The reconstitution of the vaccine was done according to the manufacturer's instructions.
legal
The act of forming something new or reorganizing something existing.
Synonyms
reformation, reorganization, restructuring.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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reconstitution |
Often used in a scientific or technical context to describe the process of restoring or recreating something that was dissolved or broken down.
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reorganization |
Used in business and management to talk about changing the structure of an organization to improve efficiency or adapt to changes.
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restructuring |
Often used in business to describe a significant change in the financial or operational structure of an organization, typically to address financial issues.
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reformation |
Mainly used in historical, social, or religious contexts to describe significant changes or improvements to an institution or practice.
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Examples of usage
- The reconstitution of the committee led to a more efficient decision-making process.
- The reconstitution of the law was necessary to adapt to the changing circumstances.
Translations
Translations of the word "reconstitution" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reconstituição
🇮🇳 पुनर्गठन
🇩🇪 Wiederherstellung
🇮🇩 rekonstruksi
🇺🇦 відновлення
🇵🇱 rekonstytucja
🇯🇵 再構成 (さいこうせい)
🇫🇷 reconstitution
🇪🇸 reconstitución
🇹🇷 yeniden yapılandırma
🇰🇷 재구성 (재건)
🇸🇦 إعادة التكوين
🇨🇿 rekonstrukce
🇸🇰 rekonštitúcia
🇨🇳 重建 (chóngjiàn)
🇸🇮 rekonstrukcija
🇮🇸 endurreisn
🇰🇿 қайта құру
🇬🇪 ხელახალი აღდგენა
🇦🇿 yenidənqurma
🇲🇽 reconstitución
Etymology
The word 'reconstitution' originates from the Latin word 're-' meaning 'again' and 'constitution' meaning 'structure' or 'composition'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 19th century. The term is commonly used in medical and legal contexts to refer to the process of restoring something to its original state or forming something new.
See also: constituency, constituents, constitute, constitution.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,761, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 19758 restructured
- 19759 defamatory
- 19760 possessors
- 19761 reconstitution
- 19762 omnipotence
- 19763 confluent
- 19764 creaking
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