Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
respite
noun
/ˈrɛspɪt/
Definition
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
Examples
- After a long week of work, she took a weekend trip for some much-needed respite.
- The rainy weather provided a respite from the heat of the summer sun.
Meaning
Respite refers to a temporary break or pause from something challenging, allowing for a moment of rest or relief.
Synonyms
- relief
- break
- interval
- reprieve
- pause
