Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Breathing space

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Sufficient space or a span of time in which to recover one's breath. countable, uncountable

    "He reeled, and on Herminius He leaned one breathing-space; Then, like a wild cat mad with wounds, Sprang right at Astur's face."

  2. 2
    sufficient room for easy breathing or movement wordnet
  3. 3
    A rest, pause, or respite. countable, uncountable
  4. 4
    a short respite wordnet
  5. 5
    Enough distance so that one can feel unfettered. countable, uncountable

    "Don't fret, in our division you get a lot of breathing space."

See also for "breathing space"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Want a quick game? Try Word Finder.