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respite
('r/E/sp/I/t )

noun (n)

  • a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort(noun.state)
    Synonym:
    reprieve
    source: wordnet30
  • a pause from doing something (as work)(noun.act)
    Synonym:
    break, recess, time out
    source: wordnet30
  • an interruption in the intensity or amount of something(noun.event)
    Synonym:
    abatement, hiatus, reprieve, suspension
    source: wordnet30
  • a pause for relaxation(noun.time)
    Synonym:
    relief, rest, rest period
    source: wordnet30
  • the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment(noun.act)
    source: wordnet30
  • A putting off of that which was appointed; a postponement or delay.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution(verb.stative)
    source: wordnet30
  • To give or grant a respite to.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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