convalescence
2 synonyms for convalescence, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The slow process of getting better after an illness or injury.
Synonyms
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Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French convalescence, which came from Late Latin convalēscentia ("regaining of health"), from Latin convalēscēn(t-)s, the present participle of convalēscere ("to become strong or well"); see convalesce.
Full origin of convalescence →