Definition

A prayer said for the peace of the souls of those who have died.

Example

The church held a requiescat for the beloved community member who passed away.

Conversation

Did you go to the memorial service this weekend?

Yeah, it was really touching, especially when they said the requiescat for him.

That sounds nice; it’s important to honor those we’ve lost.

Absolutely, it really helps to bring everyone together in remembrance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Requiescat** → It is formed from "requiescere" (meaning to rest) which is derived from "re-" (meaning again) and "quies" (meaning rest or quiet). The word "requiescat" means to rest again or to find peace, often used in a context of eternal rest.

Memory Tip

Think of someone finding peace or resting 'again' ('re-') in a state of 'quiet' ('quies'). This helps you remember that 'requiescat' refers to the idea of resting or finding peace.

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