reposeful

adjective

Definition of reposefulnext
as in restful

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Recent Examples of reposeful The surfaces and spaces of Seurat and Signac, for example, are ordered, reposeful, trance-y, scientific. — Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 7 July 2021 To our eyes, the image looks reposeful, soothing, sedate, like the opening of a Merchant Ivory film. — Sebastian Smee, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reposeful
  1. restful
  2. relaxing
  3. easeful
  4. comfortable
  5. cozy
  6. pleasant
  7. cushy
Adjective
  • Settle in for a restful night’s sleep before heading out for another adventure along the Oregon coast.
    — Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Tart cherries are also rich in anthocyanins, plant compounds with anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce muscle soreness and support more restful sleep.
    — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of restful
Adjective
  • The Spa The communal areas and treatment rooms at Life in Balance Spa underwent a top-to-bottom overhaul, so even a mani-pedi feels intensely relaxing.
    — Jessica Ritz, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
  • There will be no relaxing weekend for Broncos coaches and front office executives.
    — Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of relaxing
Adjective
  • The roomy fit through the leg also adds to the pants’ easeful wear, while side pockets and silver aglets elevate them into a practical and polished go-to pair.
    — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 1 June 2026
  • The song contrasts that sense of constriction with the easeful feeling of floating by yourself out on the water.
    — Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
Definition of easeful
Adjective
  • This year’s Labor Day travel deals stretch well beyond the basics, with savings on airfare, hotels, cruises, train journeys, luggage, outdoor gear, and accessories that make getting from here to there more comfortable.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • In the wake of Antonio Silva’s move to the Premier League, Benfica should suit Circati, who is also comfortable moving the ball forward through adventurous carries and long passes from defence.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of comfortable
Adjective
  • With France established as a producer and distributor of cozy crime – a genre much in vogue with buyers, who appreciate its wide appeal and flexibility in schedules – there are several new shows to look out for.
    — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Rooms range from cozy studios to spacious one-bedroom suites topping out at 778 square feet, most stocked with kitchenettes and sofa beds for the whole crew to enjoy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of cozy
Adjective
  • But a pleasant, elegant note does not match the intimacy—the intentionality—of speaking.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Only Ann Patchett could write such a pleasant, amiable novel about death, and only a horse could serve as her essential metaphor for peaceful salvation.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • The Missouri Tigers are among the loads of Power 4 teams with cushy Week 1 matchups to open the college football season.
    — PJ Green September 2, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The brand’s modular Kit seat unfolds from a pint-size loveseat into a cushy surface for stretching out or building the next make-believe fort.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of cushy

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“Reposeful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reposeful. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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