resting synonyms

resting

modif.

  1. Taking rest

    relaxing, unbending, unwinding, reposing, reclining, lying down, sleeping, stretched out, composing oneself, at ease, at rest, quiet, quiescent, dormant, comfortable, lounging, loafing, taking a break, taking a breathing spell, enjoying a lull, sleeping, dozing, drowsing, napping, taking a siesta, recessing, taking a vacation, having a holiday, resting up, taking it easy*, take a breather*; see also asleep.

  2. Situated

    located, based on, established, set on, settled on, seated, standing on, propped on, supported by, held by, reposing, lying; see also placed.

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