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UK/["/ˌriːəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃn/"]/US/["/ˌriːəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Rehabilitation

the process of helping somebody to return to a normal, healthy life after they have been in prison or very ill

In simple words: The process of getting better after an illness or injury.

Rehabilitation in a sentence

  • a drug rehabilitation centre
  • the rehabilitation of offenders
  • the rehabilitation of Magritte as an artist
  • the rehabilitation of the steel industry

How to use Rehabilitation

Use 'rehabilitation' in medical or social contexts. It's common in discussions about recovery from injuries or addiction. Avoid informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

rehabilitation + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 're-hab' like 'recovery habitat' where people heal.

Related words

Collocations with Rehabilitation

  • drug rehabilitation
  • physical rehabilitation
  • rehabilitation program
  • rehabilitation center
  • rehabilitation services

Synonyms for Rehabilitation

Opposites of Rehabilitation

Common mistakes with Rehabilitation

  • Confused with 'rehabilitate' as a verb.
  • Using 'rehabilitation' in casual situations.
  • Overgeneralizing the term to mean any kind of improvement.

Compare Rehabilitation with Recovery, Restoration

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Frequently asked questions about Rehabilitation

What does Rehabilitation mean?

The process of getting better after an illness or injury.

What is the definition of Rehabilitation?

the process of helping somebody to return to a normal, healthy life after they have been in prison or very ill

How do you use Rehabilitation in a sentence?

a drug rehabilitation centre

Can you give another example of Rehabilitation?

the rehabilitation of offenders

What are synonyms for Rehabilitation?

Common alternatives include recovery, restoration, rehab, recuperation, reintegration.

What is the opposite of Rehabilitation?

Opposite meanings include deterioration, relapse.

What words go with Rehabilitation?

It commonly pairs with drug rehabilitation, physical rehabilitation, rehabilitation program, rehabilitation center, rehabilitation services.

What are common mistakes when using Rehabilitation?

Confused with 'rehabilitate' as a verb. Using 'rehabilitation' in casual situations. Overgeneralizing the term to mean any kind of improvement.

How do you pronounce Rehabilitation?

US: /["/ˌriːəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌriːəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Rehabilitation formal or informal?

"Rehabilitation" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Rehabilitation?

Use 'rehabilitation' in medical or social contexts. It's common in discussions about recovery from injuries or addiction. Avoid informal contexts.

What CEFR level is Rehabilitation?

"Rehabilitation" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.