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What is another word for Relapse? – 178 Relapse Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    backslide regress revert fall back slip back lapse deteriorate decline sink plunge tumble falter stumble trip collapse crumble break down give in succumb yield return recur reappear resurface revive renew repeat go back turn back reverse backtrack recidivate regress retrogress backpedal slip up mess up blow it fall off lose ground regress relapse recrudesce resurge reemerge rebound come back return revert recuperate rally recover

    Meaning of Relapse

    The primary meaning of the word "Relapse" is to fall back into a previous state, especially one of illness or bad behavior.

    Definitions

    • A return to a previous state, especially one of illness or bad behavior
    • The act or fact of falling back into a previous state, especially one of illness or bad behavior
    • A recurrence of a disease or condition after a period of improvement or recovery
    • A return to a previous and undesirable pattern of behavior

    Etymology of Relapse

    The word "Relapse" comes from the Latin "relabi", which means "to slip back" or "to fall back"
    It is a combination of "re" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "labi" (meaning "to slip" or "to fall")
    The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a return to a previous state, especially one of illness or bad behavior

    Example Uses

    • The patient suffered a relapse and had to be hospitalized again
    • After a few months of sobriety, he relapsed and started drinking again
    • The economy experienced a relapse into recession after a brief period of growth
    • She relapsed into her old habits and started smoking again

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    recovery improvement progress advancement betterment enhancement upgrade ascension rise ascent growth development expansion increase amelioration rehabilitation restoration revival rejuvenation regeneration renewal reform transformation improvement perfection optimization

    Related Nouns

    disease illness sickness condition affliction disorder syndrome malady complaint problem difficulty obstacle challenge hurdle setback relapse recurrence recrudescence resurgence reemergence rebound recovery remission improvement progress advancement

    Related Verbs

    relapse recur reappear resurface revive renew repeat go back turn back reverse backtrack recidivate regress retrogress backpedal slip up mess up blow it fall off lose ground deteriorate decline sink plunge tumble falter stumble trip collapse crumble break down

    Related Adjectives

    relapsing recurrent recurring repetitive persistent chronic lingering residual remaining leftover residual vestigial dormant latent potential probable likely possible imminent impending upcoming approaching near close recurrent relapsed fallen declined deteriorated worsened aggravated intensified increased enhanced severe serious critical grave dangerous hazardous risky uncertain unpredictable