restful

[rest-fuh l] /ˈrɛst fəl/

adjective

giving or conducive to rest.

being at rest; quiet; tranquil; peaceful.

Origin

1300-50; Middle English; see rest¹, -ful

Related forms

restfully, adverb

restfulness, noun

unrestful, adjective

unrestfully, adverb

unrestfulness, noun

Can be confused

restful, restive.

Synonyms

2. calm, serene, undisturbed.

Antonyms

1. disturbing. 2. agitated.

Examples from the web for restful

It's low-quality sleep that doesn't leave you feeling restful in any way.
For those trying to get to sleep without hammocks, creating a restful bedroom environment may be the best bet.
He had heard it before and there was something restful and restoring in that.
That's because our ability to sleep for long periods of time and to get into the deep restful stages of sleep decreases with age.
It is a peaceful, restful community rich in history and tradition.

British Dictionary definitions for restful

/ˈrɛstfʊl/

adjective

giving or conducive to rest

being at rest; tranquil; calm

Derived Forms

restfully, adverb
restfulness, noun

Word Origin and History for restful

adj.

mid-14c., "characterized by rest;" late 14c., "quiet, peaceful;" from rest (n.1) + -ful. Related: Restfully; restfulness.