restful en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- (Southern-England) audio
- /ˈɹɛs(t)fʊl/
- /ˈɹɛs(t)f(ə)l/
Etymology
From Middle English restful, restfulle, equivalent to rest + -ful.
Meanings
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peaceful; having a peaceful aspect
'And are you trembling still, dear? Then let me take your hand; And I will lead you outward To a sweet and restful land.
1898, Arthur Conan Doyle, The Passing (poem):After a hard day, Sue found the beauty of the park especially restful.
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restorative; aiding rest
A restful night's sleep mended his spirits.
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(alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of RESTful.
alt of RESTful
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more restful | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most restful | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |
Antonyms
restless (antonym(s) of “peaceful”)
Deriveds
wanrestful · restfully · unrestful · RESTful · restfulness