refresh

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb refresh differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of refresh are rejuvenate, renew, renovate, and restore. While all these words mean "to make like new," refresh implies the supplying of something necessary to restore lost strength, animation, or power.

a refreshing drink

When would rejuvenate be a good substitute for refresh?

The words rejuvenate and refresh are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, rejuvenate suggests the restoration of youthful vigor, powers, or appearance.

the change in jobs rejuvenated her spirits

Where would renew be a reasonable alternative to refresh?

Although the words renew and refresh have much in common, renew implies a restoration of what had become faded or disintegrated so that it seems like new.

efforts to renew the splendor of the old castle

When can renovate be used instead of refresh?

The meanings of renovate and refresh largely overlap; however, renovate suggests a renewing by cleansing, repairing, or rebuilding.

the apartment has been entirely renovated

In what contexts can restore take the place of refresh?

The words restore and refresh can be used in similar contexts, but restore implies a return to an original state after depletion or loss.

restored a fine piece of furniture

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of refresh With longer days and warmer weather just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe and start curating your summer staples. Jailynn Taylor, Essence, 27 Mar. 2025 Last year, the Country Bear Musical Jamboree, which debuted in 1971 with the theme park, reopened with new music, jokes, costumes and refreshed animatronics. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2025 Rebranding is more than refreshing a company’s logo or tagline. Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 Odds and futures refresh periodically and are subject to change, including on props and live betting. Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for refresh
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refresh
Verb
  • These habits can restore mitochondrial function and even reverse the course of some psychiatric conditions.
    Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Among the Trump administration’s demands on Columbia University in return for restoring $400 million in funding was a ban on masks, which many peaceful protesters wear not to menace others but to avoid being identified by facial recognition.
    Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Eating it: Some folks spoon directly into their mouths.
    Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, 19 July 2017
  • New this year to True Nature is a retreat for those with eating disorders and their family members.
    Plain Dealer guest writer, cleveland.com, 19 July 2017
Verb
  • Alessandro Michele revived this low-top, lace-up style in 2020, adding an archival label from the ’70s on the tongue, and keeping the textured GG sole, as well.
    Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The move is part of a broader push to revive domestic manufacturing and address what Trump sees as unfair trade practices.
    John Liu, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Coach Mike Locksley’s program will feed from the same $20.5 million as Brenda Frese’s women’s basketball program and the men’s basketball program.
    Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Improve Employee Understanding Of Data Training Sources An essential aspect of being able to successfully apply AI is understanding the data these models have been trained on, as well as the data they’re currently being fed for decision making.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The couple also dined with Diane von Furstenberg on Tuesday, according to Venice daily La Nuova Venezia.
    Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 2 Apr. 2025
  • According to local outlet The Dallas Morning News, the two actors dined at Joe Leo Fine Tex-Mex restaurant with John Stamos.
    Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The city renewed the facility’s operating permit in December.
    Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Staff International and Dsquared2 renewed their 10-year-old licensing agreement in 2010 through to 2027.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2025

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“Refresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refresh. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.

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