😴 REPOSE: Sit back and learn!
No, REPOSE doesn't mean to pose again! Read on to find out what it means.
repose
Repose is not just a word, it's a state of mind!
ℹ️ Part of speech
Repose can be both a NOUN and a VERB.
🗣️ Pronunciation
Repose is pronounced /rɪ.ˈpoʊz/ or rih-POHZ.
📚️ Definition
As a noun, repose refers to a state of rest or tranquility. As a verb, it means to rest or lie.
📰 Examples
Let's see some examples of repose:
The tranquil garden provided a sense of repose.
After a long day at work, he reposed on his comfortable couch.
The cat was in deep repose, unaware of the chaos around her.
Meghan took a moment to repose in the victory and the glory of recognition that came with the award.
🧠 Quick vocab quiz
It's quiz time!
Repose most nearly means
(A) work
(B) stress
(C) relax
(D) noise
(E) dance
One more for you:
Which sentence best uses the word repose?
(A) The noise in the city did not allow for any repose, even at night.
(B) The repose cake was delicious.
(C) I will repose my books on the table.
(D) Repose is not good for health.
(E) Let's repose for a dance.
Scroll down to see the answers.
💁🏼 Tips!
The word 'repose' originates from Latin 'reponere', meaning 'put back, restore'. It's often used in literature and poetry to evoke a sense of calm and relaxation.
✅ Quiz answer/s
The correct answers are:
C, relax.
A, The noise in the city did not allow for any reposes...
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