Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brief-reprieve
Noun
/brɪf rɪˈpriːv/
Definition
A short period of relief from something unpleasant or difficult.
Examples
- After a long day of work, she enjoyed a brief reprieve with a good book.
- The rain provided a brief reprieve from the oppressive heat.
- He looked forward to the weekend as a brief reprieve from his stressful job.
Meaning
Brief reprieve refers to a temporary pause or interruption that provides a moment of comfort or rest from a challenging situation.
Synonyms
- short break
- temporary relief
- intermission
- pause
