Recuperation

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /rɪˌkuː.pəˈreɪ.ʃən/

Definitions of recuperation

noun the process of regaining strength or health

Example Sentences

A1 After her surgery, she needed time for recuperation.

A2 The doctor advised plenty of rest for a speedy recuperation.

B1 Physical therapy is an important part of the recuperation process.

B2 His injury required months of intense physical therapy for proper recuperation.

C1 The athlete's dedication to his training regimen helped speed up his recuperation from the injury.

C2 The spa offered a variety of treatments for relaxation and physical recuperation.

Examples of recuperation in a Sentence

formal The patient is currently undergoing a period of rest and recuperation after the surgery.

informal After the marathon, I took a week off for some much-needed recuperation.

slang I'm feeling so drained, I need some serious R&R for some good old-fashioned recuperation.

figurative After a long week of work, a relaxing weekend is like a form of mental and emotional recuperation.

Grammatical Forms of recuperation

past tense

recuperated

plural

recuperations

comparative

more recuperative

superlative

most recuperative

present tense

recuperates

future tense

will recuperate

perfect tense

has recuperated

continuous tense

is recuperating

singular

recuperation

positive degree

recuperative

infinitive

to recuperate

gerund

recuperating

participle

recuperating

Origin and Evolution of recuperation

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'recuperation' originated from the Latin word 'recuperatio', which means recovery or restoration.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'recuperation' has evolved to not only refer to physical recovery but also to the process of regaining strength, health, or success after a setback or difficult period.