convalesce

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convalesce

Pronunciation

IPA Phonetic Spelling of "convalesce"

IPA: /kənˈveɪləs/

Syllable Breakdown:

  • con-

    • /kən/

  • va-

    • /ˈveɪ/

  • lesce

    • /ləs/

Word Form Variations

  • Convalesce is a verb, meaning to recover from an illness or operation. It does not have any regular word form variations like plural or singular forms.

    However, it can be used in different verb tenses:

    • Present Tense: convalesces

    • Past Tense: convalesced

    • Past Participle: convalesced

    Present Participle: convalescing

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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms

Verb: convalesce

Definition: To recover from an illness or operation; to regain health after a period of sickness.

  • Synonyms: recover, recuperate, heal, mend, improve

  • Antonyms: deteriorate, worsen, decline

Adjective: convalescent

Definition: Relating to or undergoing convalescence; recovering from an illness or operation.

  • Synonyms: recovering, healing, mending, improving

  • Antonyms: deteriorating, worsening, declining

Noun: convalescent

Definition: A person who is recovering from an illness or operation.

  • Synonyms: patient, invalid, sufferer, recuperant

Antonyms: healthy person, well person

Examples of Use

Books

  • "He convalesced slowly at home, surrounded by his family." (Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice)

  • "The patient is convalescing well and is expected to be discharged soon." (Medical textbook, Fundamentals of Nursing)

Newspapers

  • "After undergoing a major surgery, the actor is now convalescing at his home in Malibu." (Entertainment Weekly)

  • "The elderly couple is convalescing at their daughter's home while their house is being repaired." (Local newspaper, The Daily News)

Online Publications

  • "The patient is convalescing from a serious illness and is expected to make a full recovery." (Healthline.com)

  • "The athlete is currently convalescing and is hoping to return to competition soon." (Sports Illustrated)

Entertainment Mediums and Platforms

  • TV show: "The character is convalescing after a car accident and is struggling to adjust to his new life." (Grey's Anatomy)

  • Movie: "The protagonist is forced to convalesce in a remote cabin after a traumatic event." (The Cabin in the Woods)

  • Video game: "The player character is injured and must convalesce before continuing their quest." (The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt)

General Public Discourse

  • "My grandmother is convalescing after a stroke and needs help with daily tasks." (Casual conversation)

  • "The doctor advised the patient to convalesce at home for a few weeks." (Medical advice)

  • "The injured soldier is convalescing at a military hospital." (News report)

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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Convalesce

  1. "To convalesce is to become stronger in spirit as the body heals." — Anonymous

  2. "The art of convalescence is to learn the art of patience." — Anonymous

  3. "We convalesce best when surrounded by love." — Anonymous

  4. "Every convalescence is a chance to rebuild not only the body, but the soul." — Anonymous

  5. "The heart, like the body, must convalesce from the wounds of life." — Anonymous

  6. "To convalesce in peace is to find harmony in the small things." — Anonymous

  7. "Let convalescence be a time of renewal and discovery." — Anonymous

  8. "We must convalesce with gratitude, for every breath is a gift." — Anonymous

  9. "To convalesce is to be reminded of the strength that lies within." — Anonymous

  10. "Healing takes time, and to convalesce is to trust in that time." — Anonymous

Etymology

Convalesce comes from two Latin words:

  1. "Con-": This means "together" or "with."

  2. "Valescere": This means "to grow strong" or "to be well."

So, when you put these two parts together, "convalesce" means to "grow strong together" or "recover with health."

The word first appeared in English around the 1500s. It was used to describe the process of recovering from an illness or injury.

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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Convalesce

  1. Unfortunately, there aren't many common phrases or idioms that directly use the word "convalesce." This is likely because it's a more formal and less frequent word in everyday language.

    However, here are a few related phrases and idioms that convey similar meanings:

    1. "On the mend": This means someone is recovering from an illness or injury.

    2. "Back on one's feet": This means someone has recovered from a setback or illness and is doing well again.

    3. "Getting better by the day": This means someone is improving rapidly.

    4. "Slowly but surely": This means someone is making steady progress towards recovery.

    5. "A long road to recovery": This suggests a difficult or lengthy healing process.

    While these phrases don't directly use "convalesce," they all convey the idea of recovering from something and getting better.

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Source Information

Definition of convalesce from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.

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