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- Dictionaryrespite/ˈrɛspʌɪt/
noun
- 1. a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant: "the refugee encampments will provide some respite from the suffering" Similar
verb
- 1. postpone (a sentence, obligation, etc.): "the execution was only respited a few months"
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RESPITE definition: 1. a pause or rest from something difficult or unpleasant: 2. a useful delay before something…. Learn more.
The meaning of RESPITE is a period of temporary delay. How to use respite in a sentence. Respite Has Latin Roots
RESPITE meaning: 1. a pause or rest from something difficult or unpleasant: 2. a useful delay before something…. Learn more.
A respite is a short delay before a very unpleasant or difficult situation which may or may not take place.
A respite is a break from something that's difficult or unpleasant. If you're cramming for exams, take an occasional walk to give yourself a respite from the intensity.
respite (from something) a short break or escape from something difficult or unpleasant. The drug brought a brief respite from the pain. There was no respite from the suffocating heat. She continued to work without respite.
1. a delay or cessation for a time, esp. of anything distressing or trying; an interval of relief. 2. temporary suspension of a death sentence; reprieve; stay. 3. to relieve temporarily, esp. from anything distressing or trying. 4. to grant delay in the carrying out of (a punishment, obligation, etc.); postpone.
