AT REST Synonyms: 89 Similar and Opposite Words

at rest

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Definition of at rest

as in dormant

not being in a state of use, activity, or employment His bike's at rest until spring.

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as in asleep

being in a state of suspended consciousness I tried to be quiet while you were at rest.

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Recent Examples of at rest No Single Control Does Every Job Encryption protects data at rest and in transit. — Jeremy Samuelson, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026 The Paleolithic cave paintings of Chauvet depict vivid herds of rhinos at rest and at play. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026 Now, the Series 12 measures heart rate every five seconds, both at rest and during activities. — Victoria Song, The Verge, 17 Sep. 2026 Files remain encrypted at rest and in transit, and Koofr doesn’t track usage, unlike some competitors. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 7 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for at rest

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