Definition of Respite

Noun

  • the act of reprieving
    postponing or remitting punishment
  • a pause for relaxation
    "people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"
    - rest period
  • an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
  • a pause from doing something (as work)
    "we took a 10-minute break"
    "he took time out to recuperate"
    - time out
  • a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort

Verb

  • postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
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Unscramble respite

178 unscramble word found using the letters respite.
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