REFRESHING Synonyms: 121 Similar and Opposite Words

refreshing 1 of 2

adjective

ri-ˈfre-shiŋ

Definition of refreshing

as in restorative

having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind the cool wind off the ocean is refreshing on such a hot day

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

refreshing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of refresh

as in restoring

to bring back to a former condition or vigor brought out some iced tea to refresh the spirits of the folks working out in the sun

Synonyms & Similar Words

as in eating

to take a meal we were looking for a family-friendly restaurant where we could sit down and refresh before continuing

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of refreshing

Adjective

Areas away from Chesapeake Bay have enjoyed abundant sunshine Thursday with a refreshing breeze and highs around 70°. — Steven Sosna, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 Additionally, this new potential of fanfic-to-film productions should feel refreshing, bringing new voices to the forefront and stories that haven’t followed the traditional route to production. — Emily Maskell, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2026

Verb

Coca-Cola is refreshing its beverage lineup with a series of new fruit flavors. — Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 5 Oct. 2026 As advertising platforms make decisions in real time, organizations refreshing creative on quarterly schedules will spend more of their budget reacting to changes the platform has already made instead of keeping pace with them. — Matt Jayson, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for refreshing

Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshing

Adjective

The following day, restorative massages in the hotel’s spa, Umari, were followed with relaxing strolls through the enchanting walled city.

— Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026
And even for those who are just ordinarily stressed, being around horses can be calming and restorative — part of a somatic healing approach, which focuses on how the body holds on to emotions.

— Ondine Cohane, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of restorative

Verb

Later, in 1711, the colony passed a legislative act to make reparations to the victims, including restoring the good names of the accused and paying financial retributions to the families of the accused.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026
As Reclamation District 108 leaves some fields dry, the goal will be to move a levee back so the river can spread out, restoring a natural floodplain, Bair said.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of restoring

Verb

Because many nutrients are in the peel, eating them with the peel on can offer several health benefits, including better digestion, weight management, and overall health support.

— Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2026
Adding a high-protein side like Greek yogurt, eggs, or a protein shake provides even more benefit by slowing digestion, so your energy doesn’t crash an hour after eating.

— Caitlin Beale, HEALTH, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of eating

Adjective

Those who understand quickly move forward, while those who need more time, a different explanation or a less stimulating environment can easily fall behind.

— Irma Davarashvili, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026
These adaptogenics also cost as much, if not more, than alcoholic spirits, such as Three Spirit, which incorporates ingredients such as guayusa (stimulating effects), damiana (aphrodisiac effects) and valerian (stress-relieving effects).

— Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of stimulating

Verb

The tale is energized by the thoughtful performances of Hanns Zischler, as Mann, and Sandra Hüller, as the author’s daughter Erika, who accompanies him while reviving conflicts from her own past.

— Dan Stahl, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026
Ryan Gosling is reviving one of his long-dormant side gigs just in time for Halloween.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of reviving

Verb

Of all the crazy things that had befallen him since skiing Everest—Prince Harry buying him rounds, Meghan Markle texting him on the crag, dining with John Malkovich—one stood out.

— Nick Paumgarten, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
There are also Koele Suites, which are closer to 800 square feet and have dining areas that seat four, and a Kaiholena Suite, which is almost 2,000 square feet.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of dining

Adjective

The Turkish bath is equally rejuvenating, with salt scrubs that left me flushed pink and glowing.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Each pack comes with six pairs of patches, and the cooling sensation would feel even more rejuvenating if kept in the refrigerator.

— Olivia Dubyak, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2025

Definition of rejuvenating

Browse Nearby Words

refreshes

refreshing

refreshment

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Refreshing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshing. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of refreshing

adjective

verb

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

wraith

Popular in Grammar & Usage

How to Use 'Who' vs. 'Whom'

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

'Affect' vs. 'Effect'

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Popular in Wordplay

The Longest Long Words List

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Pwn, Skibidi, Girlboss and Other Words Added to the 2026 Scrabble Dictionary

The Words of the Week - Oct. 30

12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World

Popular

How to Use 'Who' vs. 'Whom'

The Longest Long Words List

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Games & Quizzes