What does convalescence mean?
The process of recovering from an illness or injury, or a period of time during which someone is recovering from an illness or injury. A period of recovery or convalescence is often spent in a quiet and restful environment.
Example
"After a long illness, she spent several months in convalescence at her family's summer home."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.