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noun

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How does the adjective fresh differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of fresh are new, novel, and original. While all these words mean "having recently come into existence or use," fresh applies to what has not lost its qualities of newness such as liveliness, energy, brightness.

a fresh start

When can new be used instead of fresh?

The synonyms new and fresh are sometimes interchangeable, but new may apply to what is freshly made and unused, what has not been known before, or what has not been experienced before.

new brick
new designs
starts the new job

When could novel be used to replace fresh?

The words novel and fresh can be used in similar contexts, but novel applies to what is not only new but strange or unprecedented.

a novel approach to the problem

Where would original be a reasonable alternative to fresh?

Although the words original and fresh have much in common, original applies to what is the first of its kind to exist.

a man without one original idea

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fresh
Adjective
Another option is to use fuel stabilizer which will help keep the gasoline fresh and the generator’s fuel system in good shape. Rick Barrett, jsonline.com, 12 Aug. 2025 The Dragons will lean on Penn for ground production but will have more backs that complement him and keep the backfield fresh. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
Mina Self Oversized Plaid Blazer A plaid blazer is a fall classic that feels fresh without straying too far from timeless. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025 Serve with crusty bread and a fresh salad to round out a beautiful plate. Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fresh
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fresh
Adjective
  • The initial idea was Woltemade and Yoane Wissa would dovetail minutes wise, with the former Brentford striker expected to start more often in the short term to allow the German a period to acclimatise.
    Chris Waugh, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
  • And speaking of which, Christmas is right around the corner, and we parents are already stretched thin budget-wise.
    Melissa Willets, Parents, 7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The divisions included endurance and sports race cars, supercars, flat track motorcycles, sprint cars, drift cars, vintage IndyCars, NASCAR, ASF Cup cars (American Speed Festival) and a new group called LROC (Ladies Race of Champions).
    Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 6 Oct. 2025
  • That was just one of the findings of a new statewide health survey -- just the second in the country -- that was announced Thursday by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
    Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Additionally, teams with more autonomy and input over hybrid or remote work options were more likely to quickly adopt AI, Cisco learned.
    Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Everything, including small muffin pans, large Dutch ovens, casserole dishes, and more, are marked down.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • This stylish and practical travertine tray is another one of Barney's go-to picks for organizing clutter while adding texture.
    Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Plus, save on the best carry-on our editors have tested, the Samsonite Freeform Hardside Carry-on, and a stylish Coach tote that’s currently trending.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The election went to a runoff and Warnock eventually won by about 3 points.
    Jared Gans, The Hill, 8 Oct. 2025
  • So far, the primary fight has been bitterly fought between Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, with a second Republican challenger increasing the odds of a runoff next May.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Environmental group Sierra Club said development in the region would harm pristine landscapes that support tribes and wildlife.
    Reuters, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
  • With 12 knives that slice, chop, and dice with minimal effort (and a sharpening blade to keep their edges pristine), whipping up more elaborate meals is a bit easier.
    Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • With it, Pierpaolo explores the space between fabric and body, where the air between them becomes a third dimension and a vital component of their construction to create bold and unexpected shapes.
    Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Cowboy meatloaf is just like your regular weeknight dish, but with bold, smokey swagger.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • His role on Monday was a novel one.
    Andy McCullough, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Robert Bloch published the novel Psycho, which was partially based on Gein’s crimes, in 1959.
    Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 7 Oct. 2025

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“Fresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fresh. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.

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