refreshing

adjective

re·​fresh·​ing ri-ˈfre-shiŋ 

: serving to refresh

especially : agreeably stimulating because of freshness or newness

a refreshing change of pace

refreshingly

ri-ˈfre-shiŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• bracing
• cordial
• invigorating
• rejuvenating
• restorative
• reviving
• stimulating
• stimulative
• tonic
• vital
• vitalizing

Examples of refreshing in a Sentence

Working on the new project was a refreshing change.

It is refreshing to hear some good news about him.

a refreshing glass of cold water

My swim was very refreshing.

Recent Examples on the Web

For Prince William, who has such a great platform, to lend his voice, his resources into creating positive change is such a refreshing, wonderful thing to see. —Simon Perry, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024

Lo-Fi Spritz Effortlessly Cool for the Wicked Crowd For a lighter, bittersweet sip, this spritz brings a refreshing twist to any Oz celebration. —Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

This personal wine glass chiller keeps spirits at a refreshing temperature and doubles as a coaster. —Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 5 Nov. 2024

After a refreshing rain shower fell on the Phoenix area on Sunday, the National Weather Service predicted a sunny and dry week ahead. —Skylar Heisey, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1580, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

refreshing

adjective

re·​fresh·​ing ri-ˈfresh-iŋ 

: serving to refresh

especially : pleasing because of freshness or newness