restful
Americanadjective
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giving or conducive to rest.
- Antonyms:
- disturbing
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being at rest; quiet; tranquil; peaceful.
- Synonyms:
- undisturbed, serene, calm
- Antonyms:
- agitated
adjective
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giving or conducive to rest
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being at rest; tranquil; calm
Other Word Forms
- restfully adverb
- restfulness noun
- unrestful adjective
- unrestfully adverb
- unrestfulness noun
Etymology
Origin of restful
Example Sentences
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The first few days in Milan were anything but restful, with Cizeron facing questions from reporters about Papadakis's book, and Fournier Beaudry being asked about the case involving her former partner.
From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026
In contrast to those who say the colour is boring, Robinson sees it as "adaptable" and says it's best used in "bedrooms and living areas where you want a serene, restful atmosphere".
From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025
Few things do more for your immune system than seven to eight hours of restful sleep per night.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 5, 2025
Researchers from the University of Chicago Medicine and Columbia University discovered that eating more fruits and vegetables during the day was linked to more restful, higher-quality sleep later that night.
From Science Daily • Oct. 25, 2025
He went back to concentrate on his work as if nothing had happened, and his voice took on a restful strength.
From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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