Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word from the options which is similar in meaning to the given word.

Convalesce

  1. deteriorate

  2. recover

  3. depreciate

  4. worsen
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Convalesce means to recover health and strength gradually after illness, injury, or medical treatment. It refers to the healing process and gradual return to normal health. The other options (deteriorate, depreciate, worsen) all mean the opposite - they describe decline or getting worse, not recovery.

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