restful

adjective

rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl 

1

: marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose

a restful color scheme

2

: being at rest : quiet

restfully

ˈrest-fə-lē 

adverb

restfulness noun

Synonyms of restful

• quiet
• peaceful
• serene
• tranquil
• placid

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Rooms are designed with soothing, neutral colors and beds that encourage restful nights, and all food and drinks (other than alcohol and zero-proof cocktails) are included in the nightly rate. —Asonta Benetti, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026

Holidaying with kids is fun but no one would call it restful. —Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 27 Jan. 2026

Warm Neutrals Benjamin Moore’s Swiss Coffee is a restful hue that designers all over the South adore. —Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026

After a restful night’s sleep, everyone is buzzing with excitement the next morning. —Christina Liao, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for restful

• westphal

Kids Definition

restful

adjective

rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl 

: giving or suggesting rest : quiet

a restful scene

restfully

-fə-lē 

adverb

restfulness noun