reposeful

Definition of reposefulnext

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of reposeful The surfaces and spaces of Seurat and Signac, for example, are ordered, reposeful, trance-y, scientific. Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 7 July 2021 To our eyes, the image looks reposeful, soothing, sedate, like the opening of a Merchant Ivory film. Sebastian Smee, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reposeful
Adjective
  • In a separate study, chronic daily users spent significantly more time awake during the night and got less restful sleep compared with nonusers; another study found that using cannabis close to bedtime had similar effects.
    Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, The Conversation, 11 June 2026
  • Thankfully, my first night in Appalachia consisted only of a restful sleep.
    Hillary Richard, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
Adjective
  • Scape Park has exciting outdoor activities and points of interests to explore, such as zip lines, cenotes, and caverns, while El Dorado Water Park is the epitome of aquatic fun with more than 20 attractions, from high-speed slides to a relaxing wave pool, ideal for the whole family.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
  • Long flights feel noticeably more relaxing with somewhere to prop up tired feet.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Adjective
  • The roomy fit through the leg also adds to the pants’ easeful wear, while side pockets and silver aglets elevate them into a practical and polished go-to pair.
    Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 1 June 2026
  • The song contrasts that sense of constriction with the easeful feeling of floating by yourself out on the water.
    Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • How comfortable would the Braves feel about giving the ball to Pérez and Elder in playoff games?
    Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 16 June 2026
  • In recent years, opponents have felt comfortable defending their 12-personnel sets with both heavy and light personnel.
    Alec Lewis, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Adjective
  • The main staircase in the center of the lobby—a replica of the original from the early 1800s—is flanked by a grand piano on one side and a cozy reading nook on the other.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026
  • Charli takes her sunglasses off and scans the cozy venue, which opened in 1927 and began hosting concerts in 2008.
    Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026
Adjective
  • Founded by Marc-André Roy and Jared Etzel in 2012, Domaine Roy & Fils is known for its elegant interpretations of Burgundy-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, so this complex but somewhat lighthearted rosé comes as a pleasant surprise.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
  • Beautiful Friday evening in Baltimore Temperatures will cool back into the 70s after sunset, with a pleasant breeze and low humidity - beautiful for the opening evening of AFRAM.
    Cutter Martin, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Adjective
  • Muncy has a cushy matchup and dreamy hitting conditions tonight.
    Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • There’s nothing quite like sinking into Brooklinen’s Super-Plush towels, with a cushy and absorbent Aegean Turkish cotton material that tops the list at 770 GSM.
    Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026

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“Reposeful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reposeful. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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