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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The Eagles are talented, rested and have not lost since Sept. 29. Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024 Does that make up the difference against a decent team that’s healthy and rested, albeit also rusty? Sean McIndoe, The Athletic, 12 Aug. 2024 Thanks to Flaherty remaining in the game and wearing his struggles, guys such as Daniel Hudson, Blake Treinen, Michael Kopech and Evan Phillips remained rested for Game 6 Sunday, when all will be used in a bullpen game against the Mets’ Sean Manaea. Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2024 Over 70% of those surveyed around the globe in 2023 reported feeling well rested, experiencing a lot of enjoyment, and smiling or laughing a lot. Jacob Turcotte, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for rested 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 22 Dec. 2024.

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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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