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noun

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How does the adjective fresh differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of fresh are new, novel, and original. While all these words mean "having recently come into existence or use," fresh applies to what has not lost its qualities of newness such as liveliness, energy, brightness.

a fresh start

When can new be used instead of fresh?

The synonyms new and fresh are sometimes interchangeable, but new may apply to what is freshly made and unused, what has not been known before, or what has not been experienced before.

new brick
new designs
starts the new job

When could novel be used to replace fresh?

The words novel and fresh can be used in similar contexts, but novel applies to what is not only new but strange or unprecedented.

a novel approach to the problem

Where would original be a reasonable alternative to fresh?

Although the words original and fresh have much in common, original applies to what is the first of its kind to exist.

a man without one original idea

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of fresh
Adjective
The new Austrian Audio Hi-X20 headphones are a fresh breath of air to the budget headphone market and headphone brands selling far more expensive models may have good cause to feel worried by the launch of this new pair of closed-back headphones. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 The 37-year-old is still fresh off her September breakup with TikTok star Mark Estes. Julia Moore, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
This viral TikTok gem is a must-have for anyone who wants to enjoy a long morning while keeping their coffee fresh. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2024 The Ultimate Laundry Schedule: What to Wash Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly The Effects of Outside Clothes on Bedding Cleaning your clothes and hitting the hay in fresh pajamas each night will help keep your bedding fresh. Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for fresh 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fresh
Adjective
  • No one’s ever asked the kids up in the Grading The Week offices to help them with their taxes, but those wise apples sure know how to work a calculator.
    Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 9 Nov. 2024
  • Educating employees—especially those in finance roles—about the risks of fraudulent invoices and how to verify payment requests would be wise for organizations to prioritize in light of novel cyberattacks like this.
    Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • American innovation today, such as the Pentagon’s Replicator program to rapidly field new high-tech weapons, is equally impressive—and equally insufficient.
    Michael Green, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2024
  • The triumphs and troubles of the new era all seem to stem from the fact that after years of clawing away at a new path, Shinoda feels like he’s found his counterpart again.
    Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Sometimes the signs of emotional abuse are not immediately apparent, but the Hotline has a comprehensive section that provides more information, examples and options for determining next steps.
    R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Now that Herbert is back to 100%, there are more plays to unlock.
    Elliott Teaford, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, the Sorel Women’s Ona 503 Hikers are undeniably stylish for shoppers looking to blend fashion and function, and the 50 percent off price tag certainly doesn’t hurt.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Away The Bigger Carry-On This carry-on is great for domestic flights, and the green color is so stylish year-round!
    Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • Should none of the candidates receive 50% of the vote in the primary, the city would need to hold a runoff election.
    Devan Patel, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
  • If no one does, the top two candidates head to a runoff election in December.
    Sabrina Moreno, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Similarly, veteran Nevada political journalist Jon Ralston, known for his pristine presidential election forecast in the state, also predicted Monday that independents, which make up the plurality of voters in Nevada, would propel Harris to a narrow 0.3-point victory over Trump in Nevada.
    Sara Dorn, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Here are 11 destinations where the holiday season meets pristine powder, making for one perfect ski getaway.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • The suited ensemble featured a bold purple hue with a double-breasted blazer and gold buttons.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
  • AllModern Laurene Blackout Curtain Panel $45 $40 Wayfair There’s something timeless about a bold windowpane pattern.
    Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 19 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Quoin entered into a research agreement with the University College Cork to develop novel topical formulations of rapamycin for rare diseases, with funding commitments of approximately €567,000 over 2.5 years.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Educating employees—especially those in finance roles—about the risks of fraudulent invoices and how to verify payment requests would be wise for organizations to prioritize in light of novel cyberattacks like this.
    Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

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“Fresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fresh. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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