rester

One lying down

Rester is someone or something that rests.

The word appears occasionally as an agent noun—a rester on laurels—but sees more use in compounds.

An armrester is a piece of furniture with armrests; a footrester has a place to put your feet.

The word is uncommon outside such formations.

relaxation

repose

Peaceful stillness or calm

respiteShort pause from hardship
leisureFree time for relaxation
downtimePeriod of non-operation

unwind · decompress · siesta · naptime · break · pause · intermission · breather · timeout · lull

ergonomic

adjustable

Able to be changed

supportiveOffering help and reassurance
postureBody position, alignment
alignmentCorrect relative positioning

backrest · footrest · armrest · headrest · cushioning · padding · contoured · molded · workstation · musculoskeletal

furniture

recliner

Adjustable-back armchair

loungerOne who relaxes idly
chaiseExtended reclining seat
daybedSeating that converts to sleeping

ottoman · settee · divan · easy-chair · rocker · glider · hammock · futon · loveseat · sectional

Opposites

activity level

resterworker

Person who toils

laborer · toiler · striver · doer · hustler

productivity orientation

Physical task performer

worker · producer · contributor · achiever · earner

Phrases

rest in peaceEpitaph blessing for deceased
rest assuredFeel certain, stop worrying
at restMotionless, unmoving
put to restSettle conclusively, end debate
bed restPrescribed period of lying down
rest easyFeel calm, unburdened

Family

rest, restore, arrest, resting, restless, unrest, rested, restrained, restive

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