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repose Synonyms

Another word for repose

Choosing another word for repose depends on context, so the 23 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A state of physical rest, sleep, or relaxation after exertion.

Usage Example

"After hours of hiking through the mountains, the travelers sought a quiet place for rest."

Strongest
rest
slumber
Strong
sleep
relaxation
respite

• noun (Context 2)

Mental or emotional tranquility, calmness, and dignified composure.

Usage Example

"Her face in tranquility showed none of the anxiety she had felt during the afternoon meeting."

Strongest
tranquility
serenity
composure
Strong
peace
equanimity
calmness
poise

• verb (Context 3)

To lie down, rest, or recline comfortably in a state of relaxation or sleep.

Usage Example

"The cat reposed on the warm windowsill all afternoon."

Strongest
rest
recline
Strong
lie
lounge
slumber
relax

• verb (Context 4)

To be situated, stored, or kept in a particular place.

Usage Example

"The original manuscript now reposes in the national archives."

Strong
reside
lie
rest
remain

• verb (Context 5)

To place or vest (confidence, trust, or authority) in a person or institution.

Usage Example

"The citizens reposed great trust in the newly appointed magistrate."

Strongest
place
vest
Strong
entrust
confide
lodge

Opposites of repose

The opposite of repose shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

exertion
agitation
turmoil
toil
withhold
withdraw
distress
activity
See all opposites of repose

• Nearby Words

reportedly
reporter
reporting
repose
reposition
repository
repossess

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Repose. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/repose
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