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After a long nap, Theo felt rested and ready to play.
What does Rested mean?
Rested means feeling less tired after sleep or a break.
Dictionary definition
Feeling less tired after sleep or a break.
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What does rested mean?
Rested means feeling less tired after sleep or a break.
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Which word is closest in meaning to rested?
Refreshed is close in meaning to rested in this context.
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Which sentence best shows someone feeling rested?
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res · tid · strongest beat: res
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WordRested.
Partadjective.
MeaningRested means feeling less tired after sleep or a break.
ExampleExample: After a long nap, Theo felt rested and ready to play.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- res · tid
- Strongest beat
- res
- Ending
- tid
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on res.
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Synonyms
Words like Rested
refreshedUse when someone has new energy after rest.
Antonyms
Opposite words
tiredUse when someone needs sleep or a break.
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Word family
Rested word family
Base word
rest
verb
resting
Taking a break or sleeping.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show sleep, a break, or more energy.
Common mix-up
Rested is not the same as lazy; rest helps people recover energy.
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