Dictionary Home »
Dictionary Definitions » respite
respite
To respite means to delay or postpone. (verb)
An example of to respite is to hold off discussing a specific subject at a meeting.
Respite means a break or a rest. (noun)
An example of a respite is a family vacation.
The definition of respite is a delay. (noun)
An example of a respite is governor putting off someone’s death sentence.
YourDictionary Definitions. Copyright © 2012 by LoveToKnow Corp.
See respite in Webster's New World College Dictionary
See respite in American Heritage Dictionary 4
Learn more about respite