Respite has 8 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
"After weeks of battling the flu, she finally found some respite when her family brought over fresh soup and ice cream."
2
a pause from doing something (as work)
"we took a 10-minute break"
"he took time out to recuperate"
3
an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
"After weeks of nonstop rain, a brief respite arrived as the clouds finally parted and the sun peeked through."
4
a pause for relaxation
"people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"
5
the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
"The judge granted a brief respite to the prisoner, delaying his execution by two days for further review of the evidence."
6
A brief interval of rest or relief.
"After weeks of nonstop work, the weekend finally offered a welcome respite from my chaotic schedule."
Verb
1
postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
"The governor granted a temporary respite to the death row inmate while the appeal process was finalized."
2
To delay or postpone (an event).
"The sudden rainstorm provided a brief respite for the marathon runners, delaying their arrival at the finish line by an hour."
Example Sentences
"we took a 10-minute break"
noun
"he took time out to recuperate"
noun
"people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"
noun
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