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convalescent

The correct spelling is convalescent.

How to pronounce convalescent

noun

Say it like: Con-val-ess-ent

The correct spelling is convalescent. A person recovering from illness. For example: "I had been ill in health, but am now a convalescent."

Usage Examples

I had been ill in health, but am now a convalescent.

She stayed in a convalescent hospital for two weeks before returning home.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A person recovering from illness.

adjective

  1. 1.Recovering one's health and strength after a period of illness
  2. 2.Of convalescence or convalescents

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