Synonyms of recover

recover

verb

ri-ˈkə-vər 

1

as in to regain

to get again in one's possession

after fishing around in the garbage for 10 minutes, I was able to recover my lost keys

Synonyms & Similar Words

• regain
• retrieve
• recapture
• reclaim
• get back
• retake
• recoup
• repossess
• reacquire
• replenish
• re-collect
• recruit
• rescue
• redeem
• repurchase

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lose
• misplace
• mislay

2

as in to rebound

to regain a former or normal state

after a disastrous first half, the team was able to recover and pull off a victory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rebound
• rally
• revive
• bounce (back)
• come back
• make a comeback
• snap back
• revitalize
• reanimate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fail
• decline
• worsen

3

as in to heal

to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness

I see you're recovering well from the accident

Synonyms & Similar Words

• heal
• improve
• recuperate
• survive
• gain
• recoup
• come back
• revive
• rally
• convalesce
• snap back
• mend
• pull round
• come to
• come around
• come round
• recruit
• pull through
• pick up
• cheer (up)
• perk (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• come down
• collapse
• fail
• decline
• weaken
• deteriorate
• fade
• sink
• wilt
• worsen
• waste (away)
• degenerate
• wither
• ail
• sicken
• languish
• relapse
• regress

4

as in to recycle

to obtain (a raw material) by separating it from a by-product or waste product

the process of recovering aluminum from old cans

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recycle
• reclaim
• reuse
• process
• reprocess

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recover

Especially when recognized early, most women can fully recover. — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026

While most healthy individuals recover within a week, some infections may result in a serious complication known as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), particularly in young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 20 Aug. 2026

However, Baleba is currently recovering from an ankle ligament injury (which is not expected to keep him out long-term) whereas Santos has had most of the summer to bed into the squad. — Thom Harris, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026

The remains of Baumel and Feldman were recovered in separate operations in 2019 and 2025. — Deborah Danan, Sun Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026