convalescent
Divide convalescent into syllables:
con · va · les · cent
How to pronounce convalescent:
Synonyms for convalescent:
getting better
improving
mending
on the mend
recovering
recuperating
sick
Antonyms for convalescent:
deteriorating
failing
faltering
regressing
sickly
weak
worsening
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