convalescent
Group 23Difficulty 1/3
Definitions
- (adjective)
- Recovering from an illness or operation GRE
- (noun)
- A person who is recovering from an illness or operation GRE
Example in Context
The convalescent patient's slow but steady improvement gave the medical team cautious optimism about a full recovery.
Synonyms
recoveringhealingmending
Etymology
To grow strong again, recovering with care.
- con- (Latin) — with
- valescere (Latin) — to be strong
Memory Aid
🏥Sounds like “convalescent”
At the CONVALESCENT home, people are so pampered they get stronger just by lounging!
Visual Association
🌱A sunflower slowly rising from a bed of soil, stretching toward the sun as it recovers and grows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “convalescent” mean on the GRE?
convalescent (adjective) means “Recovering from an illness or operation”. The convalescent patient's slow but steady improvement gave the medical team cautious optimism about a full recovery.
How to remember “convalescent” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “convalescent” sounds like “convalescent”. At the CONVALESCENT home, people are so pampered they get stronger just by lounging!
What are synonyms for “convalescent”?
Common synonyms: recovering, healing, mending.