rested

adjective

rest·​ed ˈre-stəd How to pronounce rested (audio)
: having had sufficient rest or sleep

Examples of rested in a Sentence

She appears rested and sharp. I want to be rested for the exam.
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But by then, the team was already leading 5-0, giving manager Dave Roberts a chance to ride a rested bullpen coming off of Sunday’s off-day. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2025 Then a rested Denver team turned on the jets in the postseason and won the NBA title easily. Tony Jones, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025 More postmenopausal women also complained of not feeling well rested. Judy Stone, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 As Repayment System Buckles The first priority will be entering the playoffs fully healthy and rested, though not rusty or out of rhythm. Nick Crain, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rested

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rested was in the 15th century

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“Rested.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rested. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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rested

adjective
rest·​ed ˈres-təd How to pronounce rested (audio)
: having had enough rest or sleep

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