Meaning & Definition of Convalescence in English
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Convalescence
Pronunciation:
/ˌkɒnvəˈlɛsəns/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
convalescencesMeaning and Definition of Convalescence
1. Primary Definition
The process of recovering after illness or medical treatment.
2. Detailed Definitions
Definition: The gradual recovery of health and strength after illness.
Example Sentence: After her surgery, she entered a period of convalescence that lasted several weeks.
Definition: A period of time for convalescing, in which a person is not fully recovered but is no longer entirely incapacitated.
Example Sentence: He spent his convalescence at home, resting and regaining his strength.
Etymology
Origin: From Latin 'convalescent-', the present participle of 'convalescere', meaning 'to grow strong or healthy again'.
Synonyms
recovery | rehabilitation | recuperation | healing | restoration
Common Phrases and Expressions
- in convalescence: In a state of recovering health after illness.
- convalescent care: Medical care provided to someone recovering from illness.
Translations
- Spanish: convalecencia
- French: convalescence
- German: Rekonvaleszenz
- Russian: выздоровление
Related Words
- recover: To regain health or strength.
- rehabilitate: To restore to good health.
- recuperate: To recover from illness or exertion.