Meaning & Definition of word "Recover"

Recover

rɪˈkʌvər

1. to return to a normal state after a period of difficulty or illness
- Example: After several weeks of treatment, she was able to recover from her illness.
2. to regain possession or control of something lost
- Example: The company was able to recover the stolen data from the backup.
3. to regain a state of strength, health, or balance
- Example: He took a few days off to recover his energy after working long hours.
4. to retrieve or obtain again
- Example: The firefighters managed to recover the vehicle from the river.

Middle English, from Old French 'recovrer', from Latin 'recuperare'

recover lost time:

to make up for time that has been lost

recover your senses:

to become alert and clear-headed again

recover from a setback:

to bounce back after experiencing difficulty

recovery:

the process of regaining possession or control

recovered:

having regained something lost

recuperate:

to recover health or strength

Meaning: bounce back

Example Sentence: After the breakup, she really bounced back.

Meaning: get back on track

Example Sentence: After a tough year, he is finally getting back on track.