Respite - Definition

n 1: a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort [syn:
reprieve, respite]
2: a pause from doing something (as work); "we took a 10-minute
break"; "he took time out to recuperate" [syn: respite,
recess, break, time out]
3: an interruption in the intensity or amount of something [syn:
suspension, respite, reprieve, hiatus, abatement]
4: a pause for relaxation; "people actually accomplish more when
they take time for short rests" [syn: respite, rest,
relief, rest period]
5: the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
[syn: reprieve, respite]
v 1: postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an
execution [syn: reprieve, respite]