WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2025
rest•ful /ˈrɛstfəl/USA pronunciation
adj.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025- giving rest:a restful place in the mountains.
- at rest;
peaceful.
rest•ful
(rest′fəl),USA pronunciation adj.
rest′ful•ly, adv.
rest′ful•ness, n.
- giving or conducive to rest.
- being at rest;
quiet;
tranquil;
peaceful.
- 1300–50; Middle English; see rest1, -ful
rest′ful•ness, n.
- 2.See corresponding entry in Unabridged calm, serene, undisturbed.
- 1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged disturbing.
- 2.See corresponding entry in Unabridged agitated.