Restful — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈrest-fəl/ rest·ful

Meaning & Definition of Restful

Restful (adjective)

  1. marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose
  2. being at rest, quiet

Restful (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. free from disturbing noise or uproar

    "I hope you had a relaxing and restful weekend"

    similar: arcadian, calm, hushed, peaceful, placid, quiet, serene, still, stilly, tranquil
    related: noiseless, silent, soundless, mute, speechless, wordless, dead, motionless, quiescent, muffled, muted, quieted, dull, gentle, low, soft, ultraquiet
    opposite: boisterous, clamorous, clattery, deafening, loud, noisy, raucous, rip-roaring, roistering, romping, rowdy, tumultuous, unquiet, uproarious, woolly
    near: crazy, tempestuous, wild, blaring, blasting, booming, earsplitting, piercing, roaring, thundering, thunderous

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Restful

The most common words with a similar meaning to Restful:

arcadian, calm, hushed, peaceful, placid, quiet, serene, still, stilly, tranquil

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Restful

Words with the opposite meaning of Restful:

boisterous, clamorous, clattery, deafening, loud, noisy, raucous, rip-roaring, roistering, romping, rowdy, tumultuous, unquiet, uproarious, woolly

Related Words for Restful

noiseless, silent, soundless, mute, speechless, wordless, dead, motionless, quiescent, muffled, muted, quieted, dull, gentle, low, soft, ultraquiet

Near Antonyms of Restful

crazy, tempestuous, wild, blaring, blasting, booming, earsplitting, piercing, roaring, thundering, thunderous

Word Forms of Restful

Derived words: restfully (adverb), restfulness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Restful

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Restful

What does "Restful" mean?

"Restful" means marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose. As an adjective, it is defined as: marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose.

What is another word for "Restful"?

Other words for "Restful" include arcadian, calm, hushed, peaceful, placid, quiet, serene and still. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Restful" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Restful"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Restful". Common alternatives include arcadian, calm, hushed, peaceful, placid, quiet, serene, still, stilly and tranquil.

What is the opposite of "Restful"?

Antonyms of "Restful" include boisterous, clamorous, clattery, deafening, loud, noisy, raucous and rip-roaring. Near antonyms include crazy, tempestuous, wild and blaring.

How do you use "Restful" in a sentence?

Examples of "Restful" in a sentence: "I hope you had a relaxing and restful weekend".

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

"Restful" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Restful"?

"Restful" is pronounced /ˈrest-fəl/ and divided into syllables as rest·ful.

What is the origin of the word "Restful"?

First known use: 14th century.