Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Relapse.
How to pronounce relapse:
UK
Relapse - as a noun
A failure to maintain a higher state
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backsliding21lapse7lapsing10relapsing12reversion12reverting13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
failure10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Relapse - as a verb
Go back to bad behavior
Example: "Those who recidivate are often minor criminals"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fall backlapse7recidivateregress8retrogress11Example Sentences
"After a year of sobriety, he had a relapse and started drinking again."
"The patient's relapse into depression was unexpected."
"She was devastated by the relapse of her illness."
"His recent relapse in gambling has caused a lot of financial difficulties."
"The team's relapse in performance was disappointing after such a strong start."
Word Game Points
Is RELAPSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, relapse is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RELAPSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is RELAPSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, relapse is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRELAPSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is RELAPSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, relapse is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRELAPSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
