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Recuperative: meaning, definitions and examples

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recuperative

 

[ rɪˈkjuː.pə.rə.tɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

health recovery

Recuperative refers to something that aids in recovery or restoration, particularly related to health or physical strength. It is often used to describe practices, places, or substances that help an individual regain their vitality after illness or exertion.

Synonyms

healing, rehabilitative, restorative

Examples of usage

  • The recuperative properties of the hot springs attracted many visitors.
  • She took a recuperative vacation to recharge after a stressful year.
  • The doctor recommended a recuperative diet rich in vitamins and minerals.

Translations

Translations of the word "recuperative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recuperativo

🇮🇳 पुनः प्राप्ति

🇩🇪 rekuperativ

🇮🇩 pemulihan

🇺🇦 відновлювальний

🇵🇱 rekuperacyjny

🇯🇵 回復的な

🇫🇷 récupératif

🇪🇸 recuperativo

🇹🇷 iyileştirici

🇰🇷 회복의

🇸🇦 استعادة

🇨🇿 rekuperativní

🇸🇰 rekuperatívny

🇨🇳 恢复性的

🇸🇮 rekuperativni

🇮🇸 endurvinnandi

🇰🇿 қалпына келтіретін

🇬🇪 აღდგენითი

🇦🇿 bərpaedici

🇲🇽 recuperativo

Etymology

The word 'recuperative' originates from the Latin 'recuperare', which means 'to regain' or 'to recover'. It is derived from 're-' meaning 'again' and 'cuperare', which is related to the Latin word for 'to take' or 'to seize'. The word has evolved in English usage since the early 19th century, gaining traction in health-related contexts where recovery and restoration are essential. Its roots underscore the importance of the process of regaining health or strength, reflecting a universal human experience of recovery from both physical and emotional hardships.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,759, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.