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relapse

/ˈrɛlæs/ verb · British & US
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What does relapse mean?

verb

To fall or return to a worse state after a period of improvement, especially in a person's health or behavior. To experience a recurrence of a disease or condition.

Example

"The patient's condition began to relapse after a few weeks of treatment."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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