Definitions:

1. To get back money that you have spent or invested. VERB
   • I don't think we will be able to recuperate all our outlay.
2. To regain a former state or condition, especially to recover health and strength. VERB
   • She spent a month in the country to recuperate from her operation.

Synonyms:

• ameliorate
• Bounce back
• convalesce
• Get better
• Get well
• Heal
• recover