a pause from doing something (as work); "we took a 10-minute break"; "he took time out to recuperate" a pause for relaxation; "people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
an interval of rest or relief extended to the care provider where a client is being maintained in his/her home or residence or in the residence of a relative or friend
A respite is a short delay before a very unpleasant or difficult situation which may or may not take place. Devaluation would only give the economy a brief respite. = reprieve
Temporary care given to an individual for the purpose of providing a period of relief to the primary caregivers Respite is used to decrease stress in the homes of persons with disabilities or handicaps, thereby increasing caregivers' overall effectiveness