“Recovered”
We are not cured of alcoholism. Recovered, but not Cured? That presents a conflict to some Alcoholics. If we were cured, we would be able to drink responsibly. No, we are not cured.
The allergic reaction to Alcohol will remain with us for our lifetime. But we have been Restored to Sanity. That was the problem. “The main problem of the Alcoholic centers in his mind, rather than in the body.” [p.23]
We are now Sane where Alcohol is concerned. Consequently, we have Recovered.