English

refreshing

rɪˈfreʃɪŋ, rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ, ɹəˈfɹɛʃɪŋ
Meaning: making you feel less hot or tired; pleasantly different
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ, ɹəˈfɹɛʃɪŋ

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Example sentences

A cold drink is very refreshing on a hot day.
A cool breeze felt refreshing on the hot summer day.
A cool breeze felt refreshing on the hot summer day.
She ordered a refreshing cocktail at the bar.
She ordered a refreshing cocktail at the bar.
The cool, refreshing water revived us all.
The cool, refreshing water revived us all.
He ordered a refreshing Tom collins at the bar.
He ordered a refreshing Tom Collins at the bar.
The politician's candor during the interview was refreshing.
The politician's candor during the interview was refreshing.
The fizzing soda was refreshing on a hot day.
The fizzing soda was refreshing on a hot day.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for drinks, weather, or welcome changes that provide new energy.

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