Reintegrate

v. kind, hopeful professional

What it means

To bring someone or something back into a functioning whole or community.

Reach for it when describing restored participation after separation

The program helped injured workers reintegrate into their teams gradually.

Words to choose between 6

By register, from playful at the top to literary at the bottom. Tap a word to see when it fits.
everyday
warm
professional
formal
  • everyday

    restore

    Fits when a prior role or condition returns

    Careful Restore does not specify inclusion.

  • warm

    reconnect

    Fits when relationships and belonging resume

    Careful Connection alone is not integration.

  • warm

    reunite

    Fits when separated people come together again

    Careful Reunion does not ensure functioning membership.

  • professional

    readmit

    Fits when formal membership is restored

    Careful Readmission may lack social support.

  • formal

    assimilate again

    Fits when absorption into a dominant group is intended

    Careful Assimilation can erase distinct identity.

  • formal

    reincorporate

    Fits when an element returns to an organized body

    Careful The term sounds administrative.

Opposites 3

  • exclude
  • segregate
  • isolate

Common phrases 3

  • reintegrate into society

    Support helped former patients reintegrate into society.

  • successfully reintegrate

    The rescued birds successfully reintegrated with the flock.

  • reintegrate team members

    Flexible hours helped reintegrate team members after leave.

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