Rehabilitation Vocabulary

adjective describing someone who lacks coordination or is awkward in movement

• The clumsy waiter spilled water on the customer's lap.
• I'm so clumsy, I keep dropping things everywhere.
• She's such a klutz, always tripping over her own feet.
• His clumsy attempt at flirting left her unimpressed.

verb to make weak or feeble

adjective weakened or impaired

• The patient was debilitated after undergoing surgery.
• I feel completely debilitated after that intense workout.
• I was so debilitated after pulling an all-nighter.
• The team was debilitated by the loss of their star player.

noun a physical blemish or distortion, typically of the human body

adjective deformed or distorted in shape or appearance

• The doctor explained that the patient's deformity was a result of a genetic condition.
• She was born with a deformity in her hand, but it doesn't stop her from living a normal life.
• Some people can be so mean, making fun of someone's deformity like that.
• The corrupt government's deformity was exposed when the scandal came to light.

noun the state of not being able to move or be moved easily

• The patient experienced immobility due to a spinal cord injury.
• She felt frustrated by her immobility after breaking her leg.
• I hate being stuck in immobility, it's so boring!
• His fear of failure resulted in a state of immobility, preventing him from taking any risks.

noun a treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder

• The patient underwent cognitive behavioral therapy to address their anxiety disorder.
• I've been going to therapy to work through some stuff.
• Therapy is my weekly sanity check.
• Music has always been my therapy during tough times.

noun a term used to describe the combined function of the heart and lungs

adjective relating to or affecting the heart and lungs

• Cardiorespiratory fitness is an important aspect of overall health and wellness.
• Working out regularly can improve your cardiorespiratory endurance.
• I need to get my cardio up so I can keep up with my friends on hikes.
• Her ability to handle stress is like a well-trained cardiorespiratory system.

adjective addicted is an adjective that describes someone who is physically or mentally dependent on a particular substance or activity.

• The patient has developed an addiction to prescription painkillers.
• She's completely addicted to that new TV series.
• He's totally hooked on playing video games all day.
• She's addicted to the thrill of taking risks.