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noun

Synonym Chooser

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
Moore is fresh off a Super Bowl title with the Philadelphia Eagles. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2025 Its meals are Mediterranean-style, featuring tons of anti-inflammatory ingredients like fresh fruits and veggies, legumes, seafood, nuts, and seeds. Sarah Garone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
Its fruit is juicy and sweet, perfect for eating fresh. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025 So, what’s the secret to keeping Top Chef fresh after nearly two decades? Erin Clements, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fresh
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fresh
Adjective
  • Deferring college acceptance—postponing enrollment typically for one year—can be a thoughtful strategy when life circumstances, personal goals or practical considerations suggest that waiting might be the wiser path.
    Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Guidance and tariffs Dover made a few wise adjustments to its full-year outlook.
    Jeff Marks, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • You’re being invited to graduate from the lessons of your past and step into a new version of yourself.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 May 2025
  • The book’s vivid digital art, collaged from her own photographs and manipulated in Photoshop, helped children connect with science and nature in new ways.
    Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 1 May 2025
Adjective
  • President Donald Trump has launched harsh immigration actions in his first 100 days in office—detaining more people for immigration violations, allowing arrests outside schools and courthouses, and sending more than 200 Venezuelan men to be imprisoned in El Salvador.
    Brian Bennett, Time, 29 Apr. 2025
  • The district was required to provide more instruction under the IDEA.
    Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Walking on stage for the NFL Draft wasn’t just about putting on a new hat, sporting a stylish suit and being greeted by commissioner Roger Goodell.
    Jason Jones, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Its stylish design and advanced features ensure future-proof functionality, even as 4K streaming is becoming more common.
    Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Southern California cities can expect to receive 50% of their full water allotments this year from the aqueducts of the State Water Project, up from 40% last month, as runoff from this year’s ample snowpack continues to fill reservoirs in Northern California.
    Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2025
  • If no candidate gets more than 50% of the vote, the top two candidates will advance to a June 7 runoff.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Yes, there’s the Ancient Agora and the stunningly pristine Temple of Hephaestus.
    JD Shadel, Them., 21 Apr. 2025
  • Pull up the dinghy to The Ranch Escapade, where pristine white sand invites visitors to while away the day with ice-cold drinks and simple, savory Caribbean fare.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • America, meet the Orb: a bold new attempt to verify you’re not a bot — just by looking you in the eye.
    Jennifer Jolly, USA Today, 2 May 2025
  • Victor, a comedian and social media star, makes a bold statement with her first film, both darkly funny and poignant.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 May 2025
Adjective
  • To keep it looking full and fresh all season, the manufacturer suggests a novel tip—just hit it with a hairdryer on low for effortless dusting.
    Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
  • But no matter your preference, following the links enhances your creativity and interdisciplinary thinking, spurring novel connections between divergent ideas.
    Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025

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“Fresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fresh. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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