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recuperator

recuperator

7.0
A person getting better after an illness or medical treatment
  • noun
  • /rɪˈkuːpəreɪtər/
translation icon : recuperador
  • The recuperator followed a strict diet and exercise plan to regain strength after his illness.

Examples

  • Family and friends visited the recuperator regularly to offer support during her recovery.

  • As a recuperator, he appreciated the quiet environment of the rehabilitation center.

  • After surgery, John is a dedicated recuperator.

  • Many recuperators find support groups helpful.

  • After her surgery, the recuperator focused on her physical therapy to regain her strength.

  • The recuperator was grateful for the assistance of nurses who helped him every day during his recovery.

  • During her time in the hospital, the recuperator found comfort in the visits from her family and friends.

Synonyms

convalescent
vsrecuperator
2 7.5

A person who is getting better after an illness or surgery

has the same meaning but uses a different word form

Antonyms

invalid
  • Slur
4 6.1

A person who is too ill or weak to look after themselves

How Recovered

recovered
3.1
recuperator
7.0
convalescent
2 7.5

Surface Forms

recuperator singular
recuperators plural

Morphology

recuperator = recuperate (transparent) = recuperate + or

A straightforward agentive noun formed from the verb 'recuperate' meaning 'one who recuperates'.

Etymology

Recuperator comes from recuperate, which means 'to get back' or 'recover', and shares the same root as the common word recover, with re- meaning 'again'. So a recuperator is a person who is getting their health or strength 'back' after an illness.