convalescence
Americannoun
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the gradual recovery of health and strength after illness.
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the period during which one is convalescing.
noun
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gradual return to health after illness, injury, or an operation, esp through rest
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the period during which such recovery occurs
Other Word Forms
- convalescent noun
- convalescently adverb
Etymology
Origin of convalescence
From the Late Latin word convalēscentia, dating back to 1480–90. See convalesce, -ence
Example Sentences
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"Their Majesties send The Pope their best wishes for his convalescence and look forward to visiting him in The Holy See, once he has recovered," the palace said.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2025
Although Charles was soon photographed leaving the hospital and has appeared in social media posts shared by the palace, Kate’s convalescence has been conspicuously image-free.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2024
Kensington Palace, where Catherine and her husband, Prince William, have their offices, did not release any new details on her condition or convalescence.
From New York Times • Mar. 10, 2024
The German leader said he met Navalny in Berlin during his convalescence.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2024
For the first time he left the rocker that Úrsula had bought for his convalescence, and, walking about the bedroom, he dictated a strong message to the president of the republic.
From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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