Recovering: meaning, definitions and examples
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recovering
[ rɪˈkʌvərɪŋ ]
health
The process of returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength after an illness or injury.
Synonyms
convalescence, healing, recuperation
Examples of usage
- She is still in the process of recovering from her surgery.
- Recovering from a serious illness can take time and patience.
health
To return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength after an illness or injury.
Synonyms
get better, heal, recuperate
Examples of usage
- He is slowly recovering from the flu.
- The patient is recovering well after the operation.
Translations
Translations of the word "recovering" in other languages:
🇵🇹 recuperando
🇮🇳 सुधार रहा है
🇩🇪 wiederherstellend
🇮🇩 pulih
🇺🇦 відновлення
🇵🇱 odzyskiwanie
🇯🇵 回復中
🇫🇷 en récupération
🇪🇸 recuperando
🇹🇷 iyileşme
🇰🇷 회복 중
🇸🇦 يتعافى
🇨🇿 uzdravování
🇸🇰 zotavovanie
🇨🇳 恢复中
🇸🇮 okrevanje
🇮🇸 endurheimt
🇰🇿 қалпына келтіру
🇬🇪 აღდგენა
🇦🇿 bərpa etmək
🇲🇽 recuperando
Etymology
The word 'recovering' originates from the Old French word 'recovrer', meaning 'to regain consciousness or health'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the broader sense of returning to a normal state after an illness or injury. The concept of recovery has been a fundamental aspect of human existence, emphasizing the resilience and healing capacity of the body and mind.
See also: irrecoverable, recoverable, recovery, unrecoverable.