restful

adjective

rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl 

1

: marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose

a restful color scheme

2

: being at rest : quiet

restfully

ˈrest-fə-lē 

adverb

restfulness noun

Synonyms

• arcadian
• calm
• hushed
• peaceful
• placid
• quiet
• serene
• still
• stilly
• tranquil

Choose the Right Synonym for restful

comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security.

comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease.

started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings

cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness.

a cozy neighborhood coffee shop

snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more.

a snug little cottage

easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint.

living in easy circumstances

restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation.

a quiet restful vacation

Examples of restful in a Sentence

It's restful by the stream.

I hope you had a relaxing and restful weekend.

Recent Examples on the Web

And the white noise provided by the 90º oscillating fans is, in Harrison’s opinion, just the low-frequency sound needed for restful sleep. —Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 25 Apr. 2025

Pain, worry, or getting up to use the bathroom at night can all decrease restful sleep, causing someone to feel even more tired during the day. MCRPC Without Symptoms Not everyone with mCRPC will have symptoms right away. —Julie Scott, Msn, Anp-Bc, Aocnp, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025

Accommodations are sleek with whimsical accents of color and boast a proprietary lighting system that aids a restful sleep. —Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025

Experts warn against colors that stimulate the mind and could prevent a restful slumber. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for restful

• westphal

Kids Definition

restful

adjective

rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl 

: giving or suggesting rest : quiet

a restful scene

restfully

-fə-lē 

adverb

restfulness noun