ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Convalescence

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Convalescence is a noun meaning A gradual healing after illness or injury.

Meaning

A gradual healing after illness or injury.

More Meanings

  1. The period of time spent healing.

Word Forms

Synonyms for convalescence

Depending on context, synonyms include recovery, recuperation.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include recuperation, recovery, patient, infirmary, care, nursing.

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