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convalesce

The correct spelling is convalesce.

How to pronounce convalesce

/ˌkɒn.vəˈlɛs/
verb

IPA: /ˌkɒn.vəˈlɛs/

Say it like: Con-val-ess-e

The correct spelling is convalesce. To recover health and strength gradually after sickness or weakness. For example: "The patient convalesced for six months after his stroke."

Usage Examples

The patient convalesced for six months after his stroke.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To recover health and strength gradually after sickness or weakness.

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