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Definition of RESTful
1. Adjective. Affording physical or mental rest. "She spent a restful night at home"
Similar to: Slumberous, Slumbrous
Derivative terms: Restfulness
Antonyms: Restless
Definition of RESTful
1. a. Being at rest; quiet.
Definition of RESTful
1. Adjective. (computing) Using REST (representational state transfer). ¹
2. Adjective. peaceful; having a peaceful aspect ¹
3. Adjective. restorative; aiding rest ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of RESTful
1. tranquil [adj -FULLER, -FULLEST] - See also: tranquil
Lexicographical Neighbors of RESTful
Literary usage of RESTful
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Manual of Serum Diagnosis: Deep Breathing and a Complete System for by Bernarr Macfadden, Otto Rostoski (1904)
"... by unusual drains on the system, the nerves or the mental faculties, is restful
sleep. Good, sound slumber recuperates the body to a wonderful degree. ..."
2. Fundamentals in Methods in Elementary Schools by Joseph Patrick Kennedy (1915)
"(6) Restful Colors. — Useful lessons might be given, not only in the care of the
eyes, ... The colors of the schoolroom should be neutral and restful. ..."
3. The Antiquary by Edward Walford, John Charles Cox, George Latimer Apperson (1888)
"Death is seldom represented otherwise than in a gentle, plaintive, and restful
personification. The exceptions to this are chiefly of Etruscan origin, ..."
4. The Woman's Book: Dealing Practically with the Modern Conditions of Home (1894)
"These may be restful and soothing, or they may be fussy and irritating. All the
unconscious, as the conscious, influences of the household should be calming ..."
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