recess

Synonyms: alcove ambush angle apse bay break carrel cavity cell closet cove cranny crutch crypt cubicle dent depression depths embrasure fork heart hiding place hole hollow indentation mouth nook opening oriel penetralia reaches retreat secret place slot socket

Synonyms: break-off breather breathing spell cessation closure coffee break cutoff downtime halt happy hour hiatus holiday interlude intermission interregnum layoff letup lull pause respite rest stop suspension ten time-out vacation

Antonyms: continuation

Synonyms: adjourn break off break up call time dissolve drop drop it pigeonhole prorogate prorogue put on hold rise shake sideline take a break take a breather take five take ten terminate

Antonyms: continue