Synonyms of rehabilitation

rehabilitation

noun

ˌrē-ə-ˌbi-lə-ˈtā-shən 

as in recovery

the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength

his rehabilitation from the flu was brief, and he was up and working again within a few days

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recovery
• rehab
• healing
• recuperation
• convalescence
• comeback
• mending
• revival
• resuscitation
• survival
• rally
• snapback

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deterioration
• failing
• decline
• degeneration
• worsening
• sinking
• weakening
• fading
• regression
• relapse
• languishing
• wasting (away)
• wilting
• withering

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rehabilitation

The posts on the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star's Instagram Stories come after her recent voluntary stay in a rehabilitation facility. — Adam England, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

But a larger study published in 2025 found that Long Covid patients who received cognitive rehabilitation performed no better than patients in the control group who were told to work on computer games instead of receiving therapy. — Veronique Greenwood, Time, 6 July 2026

The glove itself is made from inexpensive fabric and incorporates inflatable air chambers, making the technology significantly more affordable than many conventional robotic rehabilitation devices while remaining practical for everyday use. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026

The funding comes through the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program, which supports projects including runway and taxiway rehabilitation, lighting and signage upgrades, noise mitigation and other infrastructure improvements. — Bay City News, Mercury News, 3 July 2026