restful

adjective

rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl How to pronounce restful (audio)
1
: marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose
a restful color scheme
2
: being at rest : quiet
restfully adverb
restfulness noun
Choose the Right Synonym for restful

comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security.

comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease.

started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings

cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness.

a cozy neighborhood coffee shop

snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more.

a snug little cottage

easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint.

living in easy circumstances

restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation.

a quiet restful vacation

Examples of restful in a Sentence

It's restful by the stream. I hope you had a relaxing and restful weekend.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of restful was in the 14th century

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“Restful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restful. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

restful

adjective
rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl How to pronounce restful (audio)
: giving or suggesting rest : quiet
a restful scene
restfully adverb
restfulness noun

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