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Uncommonrested
The correct spelling is rested.
How to pronounce rested
/ˈɹɛstəd/
verbIPA: /ˈɹɛstəd/
Say it like: Res-ted
The correct spelling is rested. To cease from action, motion, work, or performance of any kind; stop; desist; be without motion. For example: "I shall not rest until I have uncovered the truth."
Usage Examples
“I shall not rest until I have uncovered the truth.”
“The blame seems to rest with your father.”
“A column rests on its pedestal.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To cease from action, motion, work, or performance of any kind; stop; desist; be without motion.
- 2.To come to a pause or an end; end.
- 3.To be free from that which harasses or disturbs; be quiet or still; be undisturbed.
- 4.To be or to put into a state of rest.
- 5.To stay, remain, be situated.
adjective
- 1.(usually with "well") recovered
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