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Meaning of reprieved
The primary meaning of the word "reprieved" is to have a sentence or punishment postponed or canceled.
Etymology of reprieved
The word "reprieved" originates from the Old French word "repris," meaning "taken back" or "reconsidered," which is derived from the Latin words "re" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "prendere" (meaning "to take").
Historically, the term "reprieve" was used in the context of law and justice, referring to the postponement or cancellation of a sentence or punishment, often as a result of a review or appeal of the case.
Synonyms
spared
saved
rescued
delivered
exempted
excused
pardoned
forgiven
acquitted
cleared
vindicated
absolved
reprieved
released
liberated
freed
let off
off the hook
saved from
granted a stay
given a reprieve
temporary reprieve
stayed
deferred
postponed
commuted
mitigated
alleviated
reduced
lessened
moderated
tempered
soothed
calmed
relieved
eased
comforted
consoled
solaced
Definitions
- The word "reprieved" is defined by Oxford Languages as having a sentence or punishment postponed or canceled, typically as a result of a review or appeal of the case.
- * It can also refer to a temporary postponement of a sentence or punishment, often pending further review or consideration.
Usage Examples
- The prisoner was reprieved at the last minute when new evidence came to light.
- * The company's financial difficulties were temporarily reprieved when they secured a new investment.
- * The death sentence was reprieved, and the prisoner was given a life sentence instead.
Antonyms
punished
sentenced
condemned
executed
killed
slain
murdered
destroyed
annihilated
eradicated
exterminated
abolished
eliminated
removed
dismissed
rejected
denied
refused
rejected
turned down
rebuffed
spurned
penalized
fined
imprisoned
jailed
incarcerated
confined
restrained
restricted
curtailed
limited
hindered
obstructed
blocked
barred