Freshly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective adverb /ˈfresh/

Meaning & Definition of Freshly

Freshly (adjective)

  1. having its original qualities unimpaired
  2. full of or renewed in vigor, refreshed
  3. not stale, sour, or decayed

Freshly (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not long ago

    "a freshly-paved road"

    similar: just, late, lately, new, newly, now, only, recently, of late
    related: latterly
    opposite: anciently
    near: ago, before, earlier, early, erstwhile, formerly, previously, heretofore, hitherto

Related Entry: Fresh (adjective)

Fresh is a different word from Freshly. The synonyms below are for fresh, not for freshly.

  1. being in an original and unused or unspoiled state

    "the restaurant uses only really fresh ingredients in all of its dishes"

    similar: brand-new, mint, pristine, span-new, virgin, virginal
    related: unaltered, unblemished, unbruised, uncontaminated, undamaged, undefiled, unharmed, unhurt, unimpaired, uninjured, unmarred, unpolluted, unsoiled, unspoiled, unsullied, untainted, untouched, unworn, new, spick-and-span
    opposite: stale
    near: blemished, broken, bruised, damaged, defaced, defiled, disfigured, harmed, hurt, impaired, injured, marred, soiled, sullied, tainted, faded, shopworn, used, well-worn, worn, contaminated, polluted, spoiled, hand-me-down, secondhand

  2. displaying or marked by rude boldness

    "if you are fresh with the art teacher, she'll give you a detention immediately"

    similar: arch, audacious, bold, bold-faced, brash, brassbound, brassy, brazen, brazen-faced, cheeky, cocksure, cocky, impertinent, impudent, insolent, nervy, sassy, saucy, wise
    related: assertive, forward, obtrusive, defiant, disrespectful, shameless, unabashed, unblushing, bluff, blunt, curt, cute, facetious, flip, flippant, pert, smart, smart-aleck, smart-alecky, lippy, mouthy
    opposite: meek, mousy, retiring, shy, timid
    near: demure, humble, modest, courteous, genteel, mannerly, polite, proper, deferential, respectful, abashed, ashamed, blushing, embarrassed, shamefaced, gentle, mild, inconspicuous, unobtrusive

  3. not known or experienced before

    "a fresh look at the situation"

    similar: new, novel, original, strange, unaccustomed, unfamiliar, unheard-of, unknown, unprecedented
    related: innovative, unique, nontraditional, unconventional, untried, unused, unworn, pathbreaking, pioneering, trailblazing
    opposite: familiar, hackneyed, old, time-honored, tired, warmed-over
    near: conventional, established, traditional, tried, tried-and-true, derivative, imitative

  4. resulting in an increase in amount or number

    "she's making fresh changes on top of the existing ones"

    similar: added, additional, another, else, farther, further, more, other
    related: accessory, adjunct, collateral, extraneous, peripheral, side, supplemental, supplementary, new, excess, extra, plus, spare, supernumerary, supervenient, surplus, complementary, contributory
    near: fewer, less

  5. being in the latest or current fashion

    "those are some fresh threads you have on, man!"

    similar: à la mode, au courant, chic, cool (slang), exclusive, fashionable, happening, hip, in, modish, sharp, smart, snappy, stylish, supercool, swell, swish, trendy, voguish
    related: downtown, edgy, funky, dapper, dashing, dressy, kicky, natty, rakish, sassy, saucy, spiffy, spruce, chichi, classy, flossy, haute, nobby, posh, ritzy, soigné, swank, elegant, graceful, handsome, majestic, refined, sophisticated, stately, tasteful, understated, doggish, doggy, flashy, gallant, dandyish, dudish, foppish, ultrachic, ultracool, ultrahip, ultraposh, ultrasmart, ultrasophisticated
    opposite: dowdy, out, outmoded, styleless, unchic, uncool, unfashionable, unmodish, unstylish
    near: cheesy, tacky, unattractive, unbecoming, graceless, inelegant, tasteless, trashy, unhandsome, frowsy, sloppy, slovenly, unkempt, untidy, disheveled, messy, mussy, rumpled, wrinkled, shabby, sleazy

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Freshly

The most common words with a similar meaning to Freshly:

just, late, lately, new, newly, now, only, recently, of late

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Freshly

Words with the opposite meaning of Freshly:

anciently

Related Words for Freshly

latterly

Near Antonyms of Freshly

ago, before, earlier, early, erstwhile, formerly, previously, heretofore, hitherto

Word Forms of Freshly

Derived words: freshly (adverb), freshness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Freshly

Middle English, from Anglo-French fresch, freis, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German frisc fresh; akin to Old English fersc fresh

First known use: before 12th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Freshly

What does "Freshly" mean?

"Freshly" means having its original qualities unimpaired. As an an adjective and an adverb, it is defined as: having its original qualities unimpaired.

What is another word for "Freshly"?

Other words for "Freshly" include just, late, lately, new, newly, now, only and recently. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Freshly" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Freshly"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Freshly". Common alternatives include just, late, lately, new, newly, now, only, recently and of late.

What is the opposite of "Freshly"?

Antonyms of "Freshly" include anciently. Near antonyms include ago, before, earlier and early.

How do you use "Freshly" in a sentence?

Examples of "Freshly" in a sentence: "a freshly-paved road".

Is "Freshly" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Freshly" can be used as an adjective and an adverb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Freshly"?

"Freshly" is pronounced /ˈfresh/.

What is the origin of the word "Freshly"?

"Freshly" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French fresch, freis, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German frisc fresh; akin to Old English fersc fresh. First known use: before 12th century.