repose
1 of 2noun/ri.ˈpoʊz/
1
peace of mind
- A vacation by the sea provided much-needed repose.
- After resolving his debts, he felt a deep sense of repose.
- Yoga and breathing exercises promote mental repose.
- The counselor guided her toward emotional repose.
- Quiet walks in the park brought him a feeling of repose.
2
a state of rest or relaxation, free from work, stress, or responsibility
- After weeks of travel, she longed for repose at home.
- The garden offered a place of quiet repose.
- He enjoyed an hour of repose before dinner.
- The painting captured the serene repose of the countryside.
- The soldiers found brief repose between battles.
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