reconstructive
adjective/ˌriːkənˈstrʌktɪv/
Frequency rank: #15,059 most common English word
Meaning
relating to the process of rebuilding or restoring something that was damaged or lost.
Example sentence
She underwent reconstructive surgery to restore her appearance after the accident.
Synonyms & related words
- restorative
- corrective
- reparative
- rehabilitative
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