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Quick definitions from WordNet (respite)
▸ noun: a pause from doing something (as work)
▸ noun: a pause for relaxation
▸ noun: the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
▸ noun: an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
▸ noun: a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
▸ verb: postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
▸ Also see respiting
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▸ noun: a pause from doing something (as work)
▸ noun: a pause for relaxation
▸ noun: the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
▸ noun: an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
▸ noun: a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
▸ verb: postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
▸ Also see respiting
▸ Word origin
▸ Words similar to respite
▸ Usage examples for respite
▸ Popular adjectives describing respite
▸ Words that often appear near respite
▸ Rhymes of respite
▸ Invented words related to respite