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Definition respite in British English

respite noun

[singular/uncountable] noun
/ˈrespɪt/
1

a short period of rest from having to deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation

Example

The road works have given residents a much-needed respite from the constant traffic.

Example

There has been no respite in the terrible weather.

Example

The pain in his leg continued without respite.

Synonyms and related words
relaxation comfort breathing space
Definition respite in British English