repose 1 of 3

noun

Definition of reposenext
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as in resting
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself typically the wealthy socialite spends most of the morning in repose, is served lunch, and then embarks on an exhaustive afternoon of shopping

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2
as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance enjoyed the repose of a serene summer evening

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as in rest
freedom from activity or labor the doctor ordered a period of repose for the patient recovering from pneumonia

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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper her repose in the face of the screaming demonstrators was impressive

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repose

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verb (1)

ri-ˈpōz How to pronounce repose (audio)
1
as in to lie
to remain out of sight a little-explored region beneath which vast mineral reserves are said to repose

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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion reposed in the Caribbean sun, enjoying her break from the world of work

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repose

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verb (2)

as in to hand
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another the Constitution reposes the power to declare war to Congress, and to that body alone

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Recent Examples of repose
Noun
Likewise, the respite afforded by the twin hydration breaks has also reduced the need for improvised periods of gentlemanly repose, which in turn has lessened the demand for the chilly spray. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 17 July 2026 This contributed to beautiful surprises, moments of repose, and bold flavors on each day of my visit. — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Verb
Lennox perfectly approximates Franklin’s confidence and repose on the cover of her latest album, Vacancy. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 7 May 2026 New bus bays repose at the center of the development, bordered by residences, offices and eateries that welcome transit riders and other urban dwellers. — Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for repose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repose
  1. resting
  2. restfulness
  3. rest
  4. composure
  5. lie
  6. relax
  7. hand
  8. sleep
Noun
  • Their efforts at Greenwood Cemetery, a predominately Black cemetery that serves as the final resting place for more than 800 Black veterans, marked the organization’s 12th year of hosting a community outreach day during its annual convention.
    — Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The main sala, an open pavilion or a shaded resting place, provides unobstructed coastline views.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of resting
Noun
  • The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.
    — Brianna Peters, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
  • But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.
    — Marisa McMillan, Outside, 29 Dec. 2025
Definition of restfulness
Noun
  • In 2019, officials introduced a state-of-the-art recovery room under Arthur Ashe Stadium where players can go during their breaks for treatments and rest.
    — Aaron Short, Curbed, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Pattaya born of the Vietnam War In calling in a port near Pattaya, the Lincoln is coming to a rest-and-relaxation spot made famous during the Vietnam War-era as a raucous destination for US servicemembers to unwind from the pressures of war.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of rest
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  • The composure of Amélie, and the decidedly wild and clownish manner in which she’s painted, can’t be tamed into order, elegance, or beauty.
    — Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The cast will put their charisma, creativity and composure to the test in a series of challenges, led and judged by PEOPLE’s editor-in-chief and general manager Charlotte Triggs and editor-at-large Janine Rubenstein.
    — Lindsay Kimble, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of composure
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  • The vast Ardabil Carpet (Maqsud Kashani, 1539–40), for instance, lies flat in an even vaster gallery, whereas a Qing dynasty chaopao, or formal court robe, hangs in a small, shallow chamber.
    — Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Do not lie or lean on concrete floors and walls during thunderstorms, as lightning can travel through metal wires or bars found in concrete walls and flooring.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of lie
Verb
  • Direct flights have resumed between India and China, a few old Silk Road trade routes have opened, and in March India relaxed rules around investment from Beijing.
    — Evelyn Cheng,Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Fences, hedges, noise machines, and relaxing music can all help.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of relax
Verb
  • Wall Street has handed long-term investors a rare mispricing of Insulet shares.
    — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Prosecutors and police claimed that Davis orchestrated Shakur’s murder in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and handed the gunman the murder weapon.
    — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of hand
Noun
  • But what if the longer wavelengths of the embers could both extend the hours of socializing without heavily impeding our sleep cycle?
    — Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The value of eight hours of sound sleep has become more apparent to guests in an era of meditation apps and wearable fitness trackers that monitor sleep.
    — Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of sleep

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“Repose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repose. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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