Respite

What is Respite?


1.

1. Brief interval of rest: A brief period of rest and recovery between periods of exertion or after something disagreeable.

2. Delay: A temporary delay.

3. Law reprieve: A temporary stay of execution of a criminal.

The woman was given some days of respite, she didn't have to work for some days after what happened.

See respite, delay, law, rest, brief


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