english word · 2026-07-02

suspiration

noun

Meaning

The act of breathing out or letting out a long, deep sigh. It often expresses a state of longing, weariness, or profound relief.

Etymology

From the Latin 'suspiratio', which comes from 'suspirare', meaning to draw a deep breath or sigh.

Examples

"The weary traveler leaned against the doorframe, letting out a long suspiration as he finally reached home."

"In the quiet library, the only sound was the occasional suspiration of students lost in their heavy textbooks."

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