recovering

verb adjective

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: re-cov-er-ing (4)
English Definition

Returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.

Example Sentence

He is recovering from his illness.

US IPA /rɪˈkʌv.ɚ.ɪŋ/
UK IPA /rɪˈkʌv.ər.ɪŋ/

Synonyms

recuperating healing improving mending

Antonyms

worsening deteriorating