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- [ri-preev]
- /rɪˈpriv/
- /rɪˈpriːv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ri-preev]
- /rɪˈpriv/
Definitions of reprieve word
- verb with object reprieve to delay the impending punishment or sentence of (a condemned person). 1
- verb with object reprieve to relieve temporarily from any evil. 1
- noun reprieve a respite from impending punishment, as from execution of a sentence of death. 1
- noun reprieve a warrant authorizing this. 1
- noun reprieve any respite or temporary relief. 1
- noun reprieve temporary relief 1
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Origin of reprieve
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; perhaps conflation of Middle English repreven to reprove, apparently taken in literal sense “to test again” (involving postponement), and Middle English repried (past participle) < Old French reprit (see reprise)
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Parts of speech for Reprieve
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
reprieve popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
reprieve usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for reprieve
noun reprieve
- acquittal — Acquittal is a formal declaration in a court of law that someone who has been accused of a crime is innocent.
- caritas — charity
- ceasefire — A ceasefire is an arrangement in which countries or groups of people that are fighting each other agree to stop fighting.
- cooling-off period — A cooling-off period is an agreed period of time during which two sides with opposing views try to resolve a dispute before taking any serious action.
- cunctation — delay
verb reprieve
- allow for — If you allow for certain problems or expenses, you include some extra time or money in your planning so that you can deal with them if they occur.
- amnestied — a general pardon for offenses, especially political offenses, against a government, often granted before any trial or conviction.
- bailed — Also, bailer. a bucket, dipper, or other container used for bailing.
- bailing — Also, bailer. a bucket, dipper, or other container used for bailing.
- bunking — a built-in platform bed, as on a ship.
Antonyms for reprieve
verb reprieve
- accusation — If you make an accusation against someone, you criticize them or express the belief that they have done something wrong.
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