# Lazarus effect

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. The sudden recovery of a terminally ill patient when given appropriate treatment, especially for AIDS.

## Etymology
In reference to the biblical character Lazarus of Bethany, miraculously restored to life four days after his death.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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