Synonyms

refreshing

American

[ri-fresh-ing] / rɪˈfrɛʃ ɪŋ /

adjective

having the power to restore freshness, vitality, energy, etc..

a refreshing nap.
pleasingly fresh or different.

a refreshing lack of pretense.

Other Word Forms

refreshingly adverb
refreshingness noun
unrefreshing adjective
unrefreshingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of refreshing

First recorded in 1570–80; refresh + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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With the help of AI generative tools, K-pop-infused trot is reaching younger audiences who find it a refreshing change from the polished K-pop sounds they have grown up with.

From BBC

He said he found Energy Corps’s approach to addressing energy poverty refreshing.

From The Wall Street Journal

They sat in it for one refreshing moment and then ran the rest of the way back to the hut.

From Literature

Jana supports Lyons and his focus on improving execution and refreshing the board, the people added.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tina says there's also a fine line between refreshing and overdoing it as "very aggressive ice exposure can irritate sensitive skin or trigger rosacea, so keep it gentle".

From BBC

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