Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

resting

verb (present participle of ‘rest’)
/ˈrɛstɪŋ/
Definition
Relaxing and not being active or working.
Examples
  • After a long hike, they spent the afternoon resting by the lake.
  • She was resting on the couch, enjoying a good book.
  • Make sure you are resting enough to stay healthy and energized.
Meaning
Resting refers to the state of being at rest, characterized by a lack of movement or exertion. It allows the body and mind to recover, recharge, and rejuvenate.
Synonyms
  • reclining
  • relaxing
  • inactive
  • reposing