Difference between Lapsing and Relapse

What is the difference between Lapsing and Relapse?

Lapsing as a verb is to fall away gradually; to subside. while Relapse as a verb is to fall back again.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To fall away gradually; to subside.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To fall back again.To recur; to worsen, be aggravated.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The act or situation of relapsing.

Example sentence: Every relapse is dangerous, but often it takes multiple relapses before someone finally gets sober for good.

We hope you now know whether to use Lapsing or Relapse in your sentence.