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Meaning of refreshing
The primary meaning of the word "refreshing" is giving a feeling of coolness and new energy.
Etymology of refreshing
The word "refreshing" has its roots in the Old French word "refreschir" or "refreschier," which means to make cool or fresh again, and is derived from "re-" (again) and "fresch" or "fresche" (cool or fresh)
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that provides a feeling of new energy or coolness
Synonyms
invigorating
rejuvenating
revitalizing
restoring
renewing
refreshing
cool
calming
soothing
tranquil
serene
peaceful
invigorating
stimulating
exhilarating
enlivening
energizing
lively
brisk
zesty
invigorated
renewed
restored
rejuvenated
revitalized
refreshed
cooled
calmed
soothed
tranquilized
serenified
peaceful
stirring
rousing
animating
brisk
fresh
green
natural
organic
pure
clean
clarifying
brightening
uplifting
heartening
cheering
gladdening
delightful
pleasant
agreeable
charming
appealing
Definitions
- Giving a feeling of coolness and new energy
- * Pleasantly novel or different
Usage Examples
- A refreshing drink on a hot summer day can be very invigorating
- * The refreshing mountain air was a welcome change from the city pollution
- * The new policy has brought a refreshing approach to the company's management style
Antonyms
dull
boring
uninteresting
stale
stagnant
tiresome
exhausting
draining
debilitating
weakening
enervating
fatiguing
wearisome
irksome
tedious
monotonous
humdrum
unrelenting
relentless
oppressive
stifling
suffocating
overpowering
overwhelming
crushing
depressing
dismal
gloomy
dreary
bleak