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restful

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɛstfəɫ// UK //ɹˈɛstfəl// rest·ful

adj. describing something that helps you relax and feel calm. You use this to talk about a place, a person, or even a computer screen that is easy on your eyes.

adj. providing or promoting relaxation and mental or physical refreshment. Often used to describe environments, activities, or visual interfaces that reduce cognitive load.


SIMPLE

The quiet library is a very restful place to study.

CONTEXTUAL

After a long week of meetings, she found the restful atmosphere of the countryside exactly what she needed.

COMPLEX

The designer chose a restful color palette of muted blues and greens to ensure the website did not overwhelm users during their evening browsing sessions.

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