REPOSEFUL Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

reposeful

adjective

Definition of reposeful

as in restful

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Recent Examples of reposeful The surfaces and spaces of Seurat and Signac, for example, are ordered, reposeful, trance-y, scientific. — Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 7 July 2021 To our eyes, the image looks reposeful, soothing, sedate, like the opening of a Merchant Ivory film. — Sebastian Smee, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2020

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Adjective

While the atmosphere at this 400-acre retreat, 22 miles northeast of downtown Tucson, feels grounding and restful, behind the scenes, Miraval is in constant motion.

— Jessica Ritz, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
Tart cherries are also rich in anthocyanins, plant compounds with anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce muscle soreness and support more restful sleep.

— Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of restful

Adjective

Diamond Art Diamond art has gained popularity in the crafting community recently for its relaxing, repetitive tasks and professional-looking results.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026
That same reporting frames baking as a relaxing alternative to scrolling through social media, a task that demands presence in a way a phone does not.

— Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of relaxing

Adjective

The roomy fit through the leg also adds to the pants’ easeful wear, while side pockets and silver aglets elevate them into a practical and polished go-to pair.

— Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 1 June 2026
The song contrasts that sense of constriction with the easeful feeling of floating by yourself out on the water.

— Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026

Definition of easeful

Adjective

The rooms are compact but comfortable, and each floor features a different art exhibit.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
While there is a spooky atmosphere and discomforting imagery throughout, the relationship between the three main characters is central — something Curcio and his co-writer (and wife) Kirby Gladstein were comfortable taking a chance on.

— William Earl, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of comfortable

Adjective

The show is so cozy and soothing that the actors frequently fell asleep during takes and can be spotted snoozing in the background.

— Josh Gondelman, New Yorker, 17 Sep. 2026
London’s Heathrow Airport has cozy but well-trafficked little nooks along their moving walkways.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of cozy

Adjective

The mood by the end of the show was something of pleasant surprise.

— Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2026
Leach mentioned Anderson as a pleasant surprise, with this year’s sixth-round pick getting up and down the ice well while showing some presence with the puck.

— Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

Eternally grateful, Abel swiftly moved the Cuban lifeguard to Yucatán and placed him in a cushy corporate post at one of his companies.

— Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026
Great for hiking, everyday wear, and travel days, these shoes will support you from dusk to dawn thanks to their cushy arch-supporting midsole, secure and adjustable heel lock strap, and additional lugs for even better traction.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026

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