How Do You Spell RETOX?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪtˈɒks] (IPA)

The word "retox" is spelled with the letters R-E-T-O-X and is pronounced /riːtɑks/. The word is a combination of the prefix "re-" which means to repeat, and "tox" which is short for toxic. It refers to returning to unhealthy habits such as binge-drinking or overeating after a period of detox. While it is not a commonly used word, it has gained popularity in recent years as more people become health-conscious and participate in detox programs.

RETOX Meaning and Definition

  1. Retox is a verb that is a portmanteau of "retreat" and "detox." It refers to the act of resuming or returning to unhealthy or indulgent habits after a period of abstaining or detoxifying. The term is often used colloquially to describe the act of going back to excessive consumption of alcohol, indulgent eating, or engaging in other self-destructive behaviors after a period of trying to abstain or live a healthier lifestyle.

    In a broader sense, retox can also encompass activities or behaviors that counteract the positive effects of detoxification or a healthy living regimen. It can involve reverting to harmful habits such as smoking, excessive spending, or neglecting self-care practices.

    The term "retox" gained popularity in recent years as a catchphrase associated with relapse or reverting to old, unhealthy habits. It is often used humorously or ironically to describe situations where individuals consciously or carelessly abandon their efforts towards positive change and succumb to their previous vices.

    It is important to note that "retox" is typically used informally and may not be found in traditional dictionaries. Nonetheless, its usage in casual conversation, particularly within the context of health and wellness trends, has become increasingly common.

Etymology of RETOX

The word "retox" is a blend of "re-" (meaning again) and "detox" (short for detoxification, which refers to the process of removing toxic substances from the body). The term "retox" was created as a play on words, suggesting the act of reversing or undoing detoxification. It is commonly used to describe indulging in unhealthy behaviors or substances, particularly after a period of detox or clean living. However, it is worth noting that "retox" is a relatively recent slang term and does not have a long etymological history.

Conjugate verb Retox

CONDITIONAL

I would retox
you would retox
he/she/it would retox
we would retox
they would retox

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be retoxing
you would be retoxing
he/she/it would be retoxing
we would be retoxing
they would be retoxing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have retox
you would have retox
he/she/it would have retox
we would have retox
they would have retox

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been retoxing
you would have been retoxing
he/she/it would have been retoxing
we would have been retoxing
they would have been retoxing

FUTURE

I will retox
you will retox
he/she/it will retox
we will retox
they will retox

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be retoxing
you will be retoxing
he/she/it will be retoxing
we will be retoxing
they will be retoxing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have retoxed
you will have retoxed
he/she/it will have retoxed
we will have retoxed
they will have retoxed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been retoxing
you will have been retoxing
he/she/it will have been retoxing
we will have been retoxing
they will have been retoxing

IMPERATIVE

you retox
we let´s retox

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to retox

PAST

I retoxed
you retoxed
he/she/it retoxed
we retoxed
they retoxed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was retoxing
you were retoxing
he/she/it was retoxing
we were retoxing
they were retoxing

PAST PARTICIPLE

retoxed

PAST PERFECT

I had retoxed
you had retoxed
he/she/it had retoxed
we had retoxed
they had retoxed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been retoxing
you had been retoxing
he/she/it had been retoxing
we had been retoxing
they had been retoxing

PRESENT

I retox
you retox
he/she/it retoxes
we retox
they retox

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am retoxing
you are retoxing
he/she/it is retoxing
we are retoxing
they are retoxing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

retoxing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have retoxed
you have retoxed
he/she/it has retoxed
we have retoxed
they have retoxed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been retoxing
you have been retoxing
he/she/it has been retoxing
we have been retoxing
they have been retoxing