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

How far back that recovery can reach has varied from case to case. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026

Since the $750 million tax credit was signed into law last year, Los Angeles hasn’t yet experienced a significant recovery in production levels. — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026

The recovery came two days after mountaineers, diplomats and members of civil society attended a candlelight vigil in Pakistan's capital Islamabad to honor the climbers. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

Naperville is in recovery mode following heavy storms that have tested the area since Sunday, with more rain expected this weekend. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026