recover

/ɹɪkˈʌvə/

/ɹɪˈkəvɝ/

to recover

MAIN VERB

to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

synonyms : convalesce

antonyms : devolve

type genus of the Dactylopiidae

get or find back; recover the use of

synonyms : find

to become normal again after a period of difficulty

synonyms : go back

cover anew

regain or make up for

synonyms : recoup

reuse (materials from waste products)

synonyms : reclaim

Examples

1. She is recovering from a serious illness.

2. The police apprehended the thief and recovered the stolen items.

3. The police officer arrested the thief and recovered the stolen items.

4. Emily had just recovered from her illness and was now in the pink of health.