refreshing
re·fresh·ing
adjective \-shiŋ\Definition of REFRESHING
: serving to refresh; especially : agreeably stimulating because of freshness or newness <a refreshing change of pace>
— re·fresh·ing·ly \-shiŋ-lē\ adverb
Examples of REFRESHING
- Working on the new project was a refreshing change.
- It is refreshing to hear some good news about him.
- a refreshing glass of cold water
- My swim was very refreshing.
First Known Use of REFRESHING
circa 1580
Related to REFRESHING
- Synonyms
- bracing, cordial, invigorating, tonic, rejuvenating, restorative, reviving, stimulating, stimulative, vital, vitalizing
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