What is another word for reposes?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪpˈə͡ʊzɪz] (IPA)

Reposes is a verb that means to rest or lie down in a peaceful manner. Synonyms for reposes include relaxing, resting, napping, dozing, slumbering, snoozing, and sleeping. These words all convey the idea of taking a break from activity or work and allowing oneself to relax and rejuvenate. Other synonyms for reposes include chilling, unwinding, decompressing, and rejuvenating. Some people may also use the words lying, reclining, or lounging to describe the act of reposing. No matter which word you choose, the important thing is to take time to rest and recharge to maintain your health and well-being.

What are the hypernyms for Reposes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Reposes

The vast and venerable fabric of the Christian Church reposes upon such foundations as we have considered.
"The Making of an Apostle"
R. J. Campbell
The levee at Carrollton is considerably higher than the plain upon which reposes the town.
"Eight days in New Orleans in February, 1847"
Albert James Pickett
Above the tomb rises a pillar-stone, and on the upper extremity of that stone which is planted in the earth one may read an inscription in ogam: Here reposes Fothad Airgdech; he was fighting against Find when Cailte slew him.
"The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries"
W. Y. Evans Wentz

Famous quotes with Reposes

  • Sad and sweet and wise Here a child reposes; Dust is on his eyes, Quietly he lies - Satan, strew Roses.
    Robert Williams Buchanan
  • Arbor Day is not like other holidays. Each of those reposes on the past, while Arbor Day proposes for the future.
    Julius Sterling Morton
  • It matters not what goal you seek Its secret here reposes You've got to dig from week to week To get Results or Roses.
    Edgar Albert Guest
  • For he has seen a road by healing waters Hushed into wintry slate against the sand, And spoken there with the wind's elfin daughters, And mingled in their dusty saraband. He has known winds that blow from blossomy closes, Rich with the fruity smell of summertide, And kissed warm faery lips... Now he reposes, While we are not quite certain he has died.
    Donald Davidson (poet)
  • Strew on her roses, roses, And never a spray of yew. In quiet she reposes: Ah! would that I did too.
    Matthew Arnold

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