restful

adjective

rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl How to pronounce restful (audio)
Synonyms of restfulnext
1
: marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose
a restful color scheme
2
: being at rest : quiet
restfully
ˈrest-fə-lē How to pronounce restful (audio)
adverb
restfulness noun

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comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security.

comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease.

started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings

cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness.

a cozy neighborhood coffee shop

snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more.

a snug little cottage

easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint.

living in easy circumstances

restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation.

a quiet restful vacation

Examples of restful in a Sentence

It's restful by the stream. I hope you had a relaxing and restful weekend.
Recent Examples on the Web For some, that means seeking professional guidance from a therapist, engaging in self-care activities such as catching up on medical appoints, eating nutritious meals or finding ways to get more restful sleep. —Lauren J. Mapp, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2024 Brittany, who is featured in SI’s 2024 Swimsuit issue, shared photos and videos of her family’s restful Sunday on her Instagram Stories. —Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for restful 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of restful was in the 14th century

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restful

adjective
rest·​ful ˈrest-fəl How to pronounce restful (audio)
: giving or suggesting rest : quiet
a restful scene
restfully
-fə-lē How to pronounce restful (audio)
adverb
restfulness noun

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