Recuperate

Pronunciation: /rɪˈkuːpərˌeɪt/

Recuperate (verb)

  1. To get better after being sick or tired.
  2. To regain strength or energy after a difficult situation.

Examples

  • They need time to recuperate after the illness.
  • He will recuperate his strength after the surgery.

Common collocations: recuperate from an illness, recuperate fully, recuperate quickly, recuperate energy

Synonyms of Recuperate

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Recuperate

  • to worsen in health or condition.
  • to decrease in quality or strength.