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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

convalescence

/kɒnvəˈlɛsəns/ noun · British & US
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What does convalescence mean?

noun

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."

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