Rest

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛst/

Rest (noun)

  1. A period of time when you stop working to relax or sleep.
  2. The part that is left after other parts are gone or used.

Examples

  • She took a rest after working all morning.
  • He needed a rest before continuing the hike.

Common collocations: take a rest, short rest, well-deserved rest, the rest of, save the rest

Rest (verb)

  1. To stop working and relax or sleep to regain energy.
  2. To put something on or against a surface so it stays there.

Examples

  • He decided to rest after a long day.
  • She rested on the couch for an hour.

Synonyms of Rest

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Rest

  • activity or exertion
  • state of being active