Convalescence and Withering

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Convalescence noun - The process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength.

Usage example: her release from the hospital was followed by a long convalescence at home

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Withering is an antonym for convalescence.

Withering noun - Any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use).

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Convalescence is an antonym for withering.

Nearby Words: wither, withered

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Withering and Convalescence. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/convalescence/withering

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