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repose

[ri-pohz]

repose Definition

  • 1a state of rest, sleep, or tranquility
  • 2to lay at rest, especially to bury
  • 3to place trust or confidence in someone or something

Using repose: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "repose" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    After a long day at work, I like to repose on the couch.

  • Example

    The king's body was reposed in the royal tomb.

  • Example

    I can repose my trust in you to handle this matter.

  • Example

    The garden was a place of quiet repose.

repose Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with repose

  • in a state of rest or tranquility

    Example

    The cat lay in repose on the windowsill.

  • the state of being laid to rest after death

    Example

    The funeral director prepared the body for its final repose.

  • to have confidence or trust in someone or something

    Example

    I can repose faith in my team to complete the project on time.

Origins of repose

from Old French 'reposer', meaning 'to rest'

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Summary: repose in Brief

The term 'repose' [ri-pohz] refers to a state of rest, sleep, or tranquility. It can also mean to lay at rest, especially to bury, or to place trust or confidence in someone or something. Examples include 'After a long day at work, I like to repose on the couch,' and 'I can repose my trust in you to handle this matter.' 'Repose' extends into phrases like 'in repose,' denoting a state of tranquility, and 'repose faith in,' implying trust or confidence.