Synonyms of recovery

recovery

noun

ri-ˈkə-və-rē 

1

as in reclamation

the act or process of getting something back

the recovery of the sunken boat took over a week

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reclamation
• recapture
• retrieval
• rescue
• repossession
• recoupment
• replenishment
• recruitment
• redemption

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• loss
• misplacement

2

as in rehabilitation

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

his recovery from the flu was remarkably quick

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recovery

At that point, the issuer is weighing a partial recovery now against the cost and uncertainty of chasing the debt through collections or a charge-off later. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 31 July 2026

Daily intake of collagen supports bone mineral density, strength, and structure, and helps with muscle injury recovery and soreness. — Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 July 2026

This year marked a major step in her recovery as the Princess of Wales undertook her first royal visit abroad since her diagnosis, visiting Reggio Emilia in northern Italy to learn about their approach to early childhood learning. — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

The Guthrie family has offered a $1 million reward for information leading to her recovery, while the FBI has added a $100,000 reward for information that conclusively advances the investigation. — Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026