Antonyms for on the mend
| Grammar : Adj |
| Spell : mend |
| Phonetic Transcription : mɛnd |
Definition of on the mend
Origin :- c.1200, "to repair," from a shortened form of Old French amender (see amend). Meaning "to put right, atone for, amend (one's life), repent" is from c.1300; that of "to regain health" is from early 15c. Related: Mended; mending.
- As in better : adj improved in health
- As in recovering : adj getting better
- As in convalescent : adj improving, recuperating
Synonyms for on the mend
- ambulatory
- better
- convalescent
- cured
- discharged
- dismissed
- fitter
- fully recovered
- gaining strength
- getting better
- getting over something
- getting well
- healing
- healthier
- improved
- improving
- less ill
- mending
- more healthy
- on the comeback trail
- on the mend
- on the road to recovery
- out of the woods
- over the hump
- past crisis
- perked up
- progressing
- rallying
- recovering
- recuperating
- rejuvenated
- rejuvenating
- released
- restored
- strengthening
- stronger
- well
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