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convalesced

 

[ หŒkษ’nvษ™หˆlษ›st ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

health recovery

Convalesced refers to the process of recovering health and strength after an illness or medical treatment. It typically involves a period of rest and rehabilitation, during which a person gradually regains their physical abilities and psychological well-being. This term is often used in medical contexts, especially when discussing the progress of patients who have undergone surgery or suffered from serious health conditions. The duration and success of convalescence can vary greatly depending on the nature of the illness and the individual's overall health.

Synonyms

get better, heal, recover, recuperate, rehabilitate

Examples of usage

  • After my surgery, I spent several weeks convalescing at home.
  • He convalesced in a quiet cabin in the mountains.
  • The doctor recommended light exercises while she convalesced.
  • They checked in on their friend to see how he was convalescing.
  • After a long illness, she finally began to convalesce.

Translations

Translations of the word "convalesced" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น convalesceu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคตเคพเคธเฅเคฅเฅเคฏ เคฒเคพเคญ เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช genesen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sembuh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะดัƒะถะฐะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wyzdrowiaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ›žๅพฉใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท convalescent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ convaleciรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iyileลŸti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํšŒ๋ณตํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุนุงูู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uzdravil se

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uzdravil sa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆขๅค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ozdravil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ batnaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐัƒั‹า“ั‹ะฟ ัˆั‹า›ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒแƒฏแƒแƒœแƒ›แƒ แƒ—แƒ”แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ saฤŸaldฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ se recuperรณ

Etymology

The word 'convalesce' originated in the early 17th century, deriving from the Latin term 'convalescere,' which is composed of 'con-' meaning 'together' or 'with' and 'valescere' meaning 'to grow strong' or 'to become strong.' The etymology suggests a process of becoming strong together, reflecting the holistic nature of healing and recovery. The term has been used in medical literature for centuries to describe the period following illness when patients regain their strength and health. Historically, convalescence was often viewed through the lens of moral and physical restoration, leading to the association of recovery with both physical condition and emotional fortitude. The importance of rest and peaceful environments during this period has been emphasized across cultures, indicating a universal understanding of the need for recovery in health.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,253, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.