Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Respites.
Respites - as a noun
A pause from doing something (as work)
Example: "We took a 10-minute break"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakrecessHypernyms (Closely Related)
pauseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An interruption in the intensity or amount of something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abatementhiatusreprievesuspensionHypernyms (Closely Related)
breakinterruptionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A pause for relaxation
Example: "People actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reliefrestrest periodHypernyms (Closely Related)
breakintermissioninterruptionpausesuspensionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Respites - as a verb
Postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reprieveExample Sentences
"After a long day of work, she looked forward to her evening respites."
"The patient's condition worsened despite brief respites from the symptoms."
"The billionaire sought respites in luxurious vacations to escape the pressures of his business."
"After a long day at work, I enjoyed respites by taking a relaxing bath."
"The prisoner was granted short respites from his confinement for good behavior."
Word Game Points
Is RESPITES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, respites is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RESPITES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is RESPITES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, respites is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRESPITES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is RESPITES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, respites is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRESPITES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
