Convalescence Definition

kŏnvə-lĕsəns
noun
Gradual recovery after illness.
Webster's New World
The period of such recovery.
Webster's New World

A gradual healing after illness or injury.

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Noun

Singular:
convalescence
Plural:
convalescences

Origin of Convalescence

  • From Middle French convalescence, from Late Latin convalēscentia (“regaining of health”), from Latin convalēscō (“regain health, grow strong”).

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Convalescence Sentence Examples

  • Convalescence usually takes a lot of time.

  • Convalescence is generally slow, and recovery may be imperfect.

  • The long-term prognosis looked good and arrangements made for a friend to stay with her during her convalescence.

  • A little work is good for convalescence.

  • I understand you have friends doing your chores, and your hospital bill has already been paid through tomorrow, so stop worrying and complete your convalescence.

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Words Ending With

ECENCE

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