Freshing: meaning, definitions and examples

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freshing

 

[ frɛʃɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food taste

Refreshing describes something that revitalizes, invigorates, or provides a pleasing sensation, often in relation to food, beverages, or the atmosphere. It can imply a sense of coolness or newness.

Synonyms

cooling, invigorating, revitalizing.

Examples of usage

  • The lemonade was refreshing on a hot day.
  • She took a refreshing swim in the cool water.
  • The salad had a refreshing taste with its citrus dressing.
Context #2 | Adjective

experience

In the context of experiences or activities, refreshing refers to something that rejuvenates the mind or spirit, providing a sense of relief or renewal. This can be applied to vacations, ideas, or perspectives.

Synonyms

rejuvenating, renewing, reviving.

Examples of usage

  • The weekend getaway was a refreshing change from routine.
  • He found the lecture refreshing and full of new ideas.
  • Taking a break can be refreshing for your mental health.

Translations

Translations of the word "freshing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 refrescante

🇮🇳 ताज़गी

🇩🇪 erfrischend

🇮🇩 segar

🇺🇦 освіжаючий

🇵🇱 orzeźwiający

🇯🇵 さわやかな

🇫🇷 rafraîchissant

🇪🇸 refrescante

🇹🇷 ferahlatıcı

🇰🇷 상쾌한

🇸🇦 منعش

🇨🇿 osvěžující

🇸🇰 osviežujúci

🇨🇳 清新的

🇸🇮 osvežujoč

🇮🇸 ferskur

🇰🇿 сергітетін

🇬🇪 განუბედურებული

🇦🇿 təzələyici

🇲🇽 refrescante

Etymology

The word 'refreshing' comes from the Middle English word 'refreshen', which means to revive or restore. This term itself is derived from Old French 'refreschir', stemming from the Latin 'refrescāre', where 're-' means 'again' and 'frigus' means 'cold'. Historically, the concept associated with refreshing has been linked to both physical sensations, such as coolness, as well as mental and emotional rejuvenation. Over centuries, the usage of 'refreshing' expanded to describe various contexts beyond physical elements, including broader implications of revitalization in different aspects of life.