Reprieve
/rɪˈpriːv/noun
A temporary relief from punishment or unpleasant circumstances.
Did you know?The roots of 'reprieve' invoke ancient concepts of 'rest' and 'seizing back', hinting at a powerful reversal of destiny!
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
reprivare
“To restore or take back.”
Old French
Old French
reprivre
“To delay or suspend (a punishment).”
Middle English
Middle English
reprieve
“To delay or postpone a sentence.”
Modern English
English
reprieve
“A temporary suspension of punishment or distress.”