1. the process of returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength
2. the action of regaining or securing something previously lost
3. a return to a normal state of economic activity after a period of recession or depression
Usage: economics

Examples

• Her recovery from surgery took several weeks.
• The patient made a full recovery after the accident.
• The recovery of stolen artwork was celebrated by the museum.
• Data recovery specialists helped restore the lost files.
• The economic recovery began slowly after the recession.
• Recovery efforts after the hurricane lasted months.
• He is in recovery from addiction and doing well.