Convalescence Meaning
/kˌɑnvəˈlɛsəns/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA gradual healing after illness or injury.
nounThe period of time spent healing.
Sentence Examples
She had only recently ended her convalescence.
My father aged remarkably during his convalescence.
Michelle endured nearly two dozen surgeries and extensive therapy and convalescence.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After the surgery, the patient required a long ____ at home to recover.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She had only recently ended her ____.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Middle French convalescence, from Late Latin convalēscentia (“regaining of health”), from Latin convalēscēn(t-)s, present participle of convalēscere (“to become strong or well”); see convalesce.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After the surgery, the patient required a long ____ at home to recover.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She had only recently ended her ____.