The word "respite" means a break or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. Some antonyms of "respite" include continuation, persistence, and perpetuation. If something is not giving you any respite, it may be constantly ongoing without any pause or break. For example, if you are stuck in traffic, there is no respite from the slow moving traffic. Other antonyms of "respite" could include endurance, tolerance, and perseverance. These words suggest that even when something is difficult or unpleasant, you are able to push through it and continue on without a break or relief.