Refreshing: meaning, definitions and examples

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refreshing

 

[ rɪˈfrɛʃɪŋ ]

Context #1

drink

Having a cooling or invigorating effect.

Synonyms

invigorating, rejuvenating, revitalizing

Examples of usage

  • A refreshing glass of lemonade on a hot day.
  • The cold water was incredibly refreshing after the long hike.
Context #2

memory

To renew or revitalize something, especially one's memory or energy.

Synonyms

reinvigorate, renew, revitalize

Examples of usage

  • I need to take a break and refresh my mind.
  • She refreshed her knowledge by reading books on the subject.

Translations

Translations of the word "refreshing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 refrescante

🇮🇳 ताज़ा

🇩🇪 erfrischend

🇮🇩 menyegarkan

🇺🇦 освіжаючий

🇵🇱 orzeźwiający

🇯🇵 さわやか

🇫🇷 rafraîchissant

🇪🇸 refrescante

🇹🇷 ferahlatıcı

🇰🇷 상쾌한

🇸🇦 منعش

🇨🇿 osvěžující

🇸🇰 osviežujúci

🇨🇳 清爽

🇸🇮 osvežujoč

🇮🇸 frískandi

🇰🇿 сергітетін

🇬🇪 გამაგრილებელი

🇦🇿 təravətləndirici

🇲🇽 refrescante

Word origin

The word 'refreshing' has its origins in the Middle English word 'refreshen', which means to revive or reinvigorate. The term has been used to describe things that provide a sense of renewal or revitalization, such as a refreshing drink on a hot day or a refreshing break from work. Over time, 'refreshing' has become synonymous with rejuvenation and invigoration, capturing the essence of something that brings a sense of renewal and energy.

See also: refreshed, refreshment, refreshments.