1
: marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose
a restful color scheme
2
: being at rest : quiet
restfulness
noun
Examples of restful in a Sentence
It's restful by the stream.
I hope you had a relaxing and restful weekend.
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The soft color gives the room a restful feel.
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Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
Canopy’s sleek designs feature white noise for a restful sleep.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
The soft color gives the room a restful feel.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
For more restful nights ahead, don’t sleep on this 100% silk pillowcase or this plush 3-piece duvet cover set, available in a wide range of colors to suit any style.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for restful
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“Restful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restful. Accessed 4 Jan. 2026.
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