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Relapsed

Verb / ri:ˈlæpst / Another word for relapsed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To fall back into a previous condition or behavior, especially after making an effort to change.

Synonyms & similar words

recidivate relapse lapse getworse getwell fallback retrogress regress regressed backslid reverted retrogressed lapsed slipped reoccurred recurred deteriorated relented repeated backtracked returned reversed recidivated

Example sentences

  1. He relapsed into his old habits of staying up late.
  2. She relapsed into her addiction after being clean for a year.
  3. The patient relapsed and had to restart the treatment.
  4. John had made progress in his studies, but he relapsed and started failing again.
  5. After losing weight, he relapsed and gained it all back.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. - Confucius
  • Failure is a detour, not a dead-end street. - Zig Ziglar

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