recurrence — English Dictionary

Noun

1. Return or reversion to a certain state.

   Usage

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2. The instance of recurring; frequent occurrence.

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   Examples

   I shall insensibly go on from a rare to a frequent recurrence to the dangerous preparations.

3. A return of symptoms as part of the natural progress of a disease.

   Usage

   • Countable
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   Synonyms

   relapse

   Antonyms

   remission

   Examples

   Near-synonym: relapse

4. Recourse.

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Noun

1. happening again (especially at regular intervals)

   Synonyms

   return

   Broader terms

   repeatrepetition

   Examples

   the return of spring