Definition

An injury that happens again after a previous one has healed.

Example

After recovering from his ankle sprain, he was careful to avoid a reinjury during practice.

Conversation

I heard you twisted your ankle again, is that true?

Yeah, I’m worried about a possible reinjury now.

That’s tough; I know how frustrating it can be to deal with injuries.

Definitely, I just want to avoid any setbacks this time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reinjury → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "injury" (from Latin "injuria", meaning harm or wrong). The word "reinjury" means to cause harm or injury again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') causing 'harm' ('injuria') — that's why reinjury means to injure again.

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