convalesce

/ˌkɒn.vəˈlɛs/ · verb

Meaning

To recover health and strength gradually after sickness or weakness.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

recuperate(English)recover(English)reconvalesce(English)get well(English)heal(English)get better(English)warish(English)cure(English)illness(English)recovery(English)recovered(English)hospital(English)

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Sources

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