Respite — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb adjective /ˈre-spət/ re·spite

Meaning & Definition of Respite

Respite (noun)

  1. a period of temporary delay
  2. an interval of rest or relief

Respite (verb)

  1. to grant a temporary period of relief to, grant a respite to
  2. put off, delay

Respite (adjective)

  1. providing or being temporary care in relief of a primary caregiver

Respite (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a short period of time when you are able to stop doing something that is difficult or unpleasant or when something difficult or unpleasant stops or is delayed

    "The weekend provided a nice respite from the pressures of her job."

    "a temporary respite"

    similar: break, lull, pause, calm, calmness, hush, peace, peacefulness, placidity, quiet, quietness, quietude, repose, restfulness, sereneness, serenity, still, stillness, tranquility, silence, mildness, soothingness, comity, concord, harmony, casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, relaxedness
    opposite: clamor, din, noise, racket, bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil, unquietness, unrest, uproar

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Respite

The most common words with a similar meaning to Respite:

break, lull, pause, calm, calmness, hush, peace, peacefulness, placidity, quiet, quietness, quietude, repose, restfulness, sereneness, serenity, still, stillness, tranquility, silence, mildness, soothingness, comity, concord, harmony, casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, relaxedness

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Respite

Words with the opposite meaning of Respite:

clamor, din, noise, racket, bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil, unquietness, unrest, uproar

Word Forms of Respite

Inflections: respited, respiting

Origin & Etymology of Respite

Middle English respit, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin respectus, from Latin, act of looking back respect

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Respite

What does "Respite" mean?

"Respite" means a period of temporary delay. As an a noun, a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: a period of temporary delay.

What is another word for "Respite"?

Other words for "Respite" include break, lull, pause, calm, calmness, hush, peace and peacefulness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Respite" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Respite"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Respite". Common alternatives include break, lull, pause, calm, calmness, hush, peace, peacefulness, placidity and quiet.

What is the opposite of "Respite"?

Antonyms of "Respite" include clamor, din, noise, racket, bustle, commotion, hubbub and hurly-burly.

How do you use "Respite" in a sentence?

Examples of "Respite" in a sentence: "The weekend provided a nice respite from the pressures of her job."; "a temporary respite".

Is "Respite" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Respite" can be used as a noun, a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Respite"?

"Respite" is pronounced /ˈre-spət/ and divided into syllables as re·spite.

What is the origin of the word "Respite"?

"Respite" comes from Middle English respit, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin respectus, from Latin, act of looking back respect. First known use: 14th century.