recovery

noun

re·​cov·​ery ri-ˈkə-və-rē 

-ˈkəv-rē

plural recoveries

1

: the act, process, or an instance of recovering

especially : an economic upturn (as after a depression)

2

: the process of combating a disorder (such as alcoholism) or a real or perceived problem

Synonyms

• recapture
• reclamation
• recoupment
• repossession
• retrieval

Examples of recovery in a Sentence

This policy may slow the pace of economic recovery.

We hope for the recovery of the stolen paintings.

Their mission was the recovery of the space capsule.

Recent Examples on the Web

Winning 16 tackles and 18 ball recoveries, the 33 year old is in impressive form and has also completed over 91% of his passes. —Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024

Authorities on Thursday said all nine people wounded in Wednesday’s shooting are expected to make a full recovery. —Dalia Faheid, CNN, 7 Sep. 2024

The firm said Nio could be in for a recovery rally after a tough year so far. —Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 6 Sep. 2024

Nine others were injured during the tragic events and are expected to make a full recovery. —Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 6 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing recovery

• data recovery
• enhanced recovery
• make a complete/full recovery
• on the road to recovery
• recovery room
• road to recovery
• speedy recovery
• spontaneous recovery

Kids Definition

recovery

noun

re·​cov·​ery ri-ˈkəv-(ə-)rē 

plural recoveries

: the act or process or an instance of recovering

Medical Definition

recovery

noun

re·​cov·​ery ri-ˈkəv-(ə-)rē 

plural recoveries

: the act of regaining or returning toward a normal or healthy state

Legal Definition

recovery

noun

re·​cov·​ery ri-ˈkə-və-rē 

plural recoveries

1

: the act, process, or fact of recovering

2

a

: the obtaining, getting back, or vindication of a right or property by judgment or decree

especially : the obtaining of damages

b

: an amount awarded by or collected as a result of a judgment or decree