reconstructive

[ ree-kuhn-struhk-tiv ]

adjective

1. tending to reconstruct.

Other Words From

• recon·structive·ly adverb
• recon·structive·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of reconstructive¹

First recorded in 1860–65; re- + constructive

Example Sentences

He told the inquest he had discussed the possibility of a cosmetic reconstructive surgery with her, but she had rejected it.

From BBC

Lisa says at one point "the whole side of her face had collapsed" and doctors thought she would need major reconstructive surgery to relieve pressure on her brain.

From BBC

Teifi said as a result of chemotherapy some of their teeth had not grown properly so they are hoping to get reconstructive dental surgery.

From BBC

For those who do opt for reconstructive surgery, the results can be emotional.

From BBC

One, Marvin Haven, spent several days in the intensive care unit for what family members said were injuries that included broken ribs, a punctured lung and a skull fracture requiring facial reconstructive surgery.

From New York Times