Definition

The act of taking a long, deep breath, often as a sign of relief or weariness.

Example

After a long day at work, she let out a suspiration of relief as she sank into her chair.

Conversation

I just took a deep suspiration to calm my nerves before the presentation.

That’s a good idea! Deep breaths really help with anxiety.

Yeah, I felt like I needed that suspiration to clear my mind.

Absolutely, it makes a big difference when you're feeling overwhelmed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Suspiration → It is formed from "suspirare" (meaning to breathe) and the suffix "-tion" (indicating the action or process of). The word "suspiration" refers to the act of breathing, often in a sighing manner, indicating a deep or heavy breath.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'suspirare' which means to breathe — this helps you remember that 'suspiration' is the action of breathing, often with a sigh.

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