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rehabilitation

1 of 1noun
/ˌrihəbɪləˈteɪʃən/
Forms:rehabilitations
1

the process of restoring a person to a functional, productive, or socially accepted position in society

  • After prison, he underwent rehabilitation to reintegrate into society.
  • Social programs aim at the rehabilitation of marginalized communities.
  • The veteran received rehabilitation to resume work and daily life.
  • Rehabilitation efforts helped the refugee find housing and employment.
  • She entered a rehabilitation program after substance abuse.
2

the process of converting wasteland or degraded land into land suitable for habitation, cultivation, or other productive use

  • The government launched a project for the rehabilitation of marshy land.
  • Farmers benefited from the rehabilitation of previously barren fields.
  • Coastal rehabilitation restored the dunes and vegetation.
  • Rehabilitation of the industrial wasteland enabled new housing projects.
  • The program funded the rehabilitation of the farmland.
3

medical treatment aimed at restoring physical function or ability, often after injury, illness, or disability

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  • He received rehabilitation for his injured shoulder.
  • The clinic specializes in rehabilitation for stroke patients.
  • Rehabilitation exercises helped her regain mobility.
  • Physical therapy is a key part of rehabilitation after surgery.
  • The athlete entered a rehabilitation program after the accident.
4

the action of restoring a person's reputation

  • The politician sought rehabilitation after years of false accusations.
  • Public apology led to the rehabilitation of her reputation.
  • Rehabilitation of character often takes years of effort and advocacy.
  • Rehabilitation of the author's name restored interest in his works.
  • The court's decision resulted in rehabilitation of the scientist's career.