Definition

A light snack or drink that helps to restore energy or refresh someone.

Example

After the long hike, we enjoyed some cold drinks and snacks as a refreshment.

Conversation

Hey, do you want to grab some refreshment after the movie?

Sure! I could use a snack and a drink.

Awesome! I heard there's a new café nearby that has great refreshment.

Perfect! Let's check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Refreshment → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "fresch" (from Old French *fresche*, meaning fresh). The word "refreshment" means the act of making something fresh again or restoring energy.

Memory Tip

Think of making something 'fresh again' — 're-' means again, and 'fresch' means fresh.

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