Reintegrating: meaning, definitions and examples

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reintegrating

 

[ riːˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

social context

Reintegrating refers to the process of restoring someone or something back into a group or society after a period of separation or exclusion. This term is often used in discussions surrounding rehabilitation, community integration, and the reintegration of former prisoners or refugees into society.

Synonyms

rehabilitating, reintroducing, restoring

Examples of usage

  • The program focuses on reintegrating ex-offenders into the community.
  • Reintegrating refugees can be challenging but is essential for social cohesion.
  • Support groups play a vital role in reintegrating individuals after treatment.

Translations

Translations of the word "reintegrating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reintegrando

🇮🇳 पुनः एकीकृत करना

🇩🇪 reintegrieren

🇮🇩 mengintegrasikan kembali

🇺🇦 реінтеграція

🇵🇱 reintegracja

🇯🇵 再統合する

🇫🇷 réintégration

🇪🇸 reintegración

🇹🇷 yeniden entegrasyon

🇰🇷 재통합하다

🇸🇦 إعادة دمج

🇨🇿 reintegrace

🇸🇰 reintegrácia

🇨🇳 重新整合

🇸🇮 reintegracija

🇮🇸 endurhæfing

🇰🇿 қайта интеграция

🇬🇪 გააერთიანება

🇦🇿 təkrar inteqrasiya

🇲🇽 reintegración

Etymology

The word 'reintegrating' comes from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and the verb 'integrate', which derives from the Latin 'integratus', meaning 'to make whole' or 'to complete'. The concept of reintegration emphasizes the importance of unity and cohesion within groups, be it in social, educational, or familial contexts. The notion gained prominence in the late 20th century, particularly concerning social issues such as crime, mental health, and migration. As societies increasingly recognize the complexities of human behavior and the impact of external factors on individuals, the focus on effective reintegration strategies has grown, highlighting the significance of acceptance and support for those re-entering communities.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,346, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.