fresh

frɛʃ

fresh

/frɛʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "fresh"in English

fresh

ADJECTIVE

(of food) recently harvested, caught, or made

Examples

He made a smoothie with fresh bananas and blueberries.

We picked some fresh apples from the tree.

1.1

(of food) not preserved through methods like freezing, drying, canning, etc.

fresh

natural

unprocessed

Examples

The chef insisted on using fresh herbs instead of dried ones for the dish.

Fresh meat is sold daily at the butcher shop, without being frozen.

1.2

describing something that is in a good, unspoiled condition

fresh

sweet

unspoiled

Examples

The cream was still fresh, even after a few days in the fridge.

This cheese is still fresh and soft, perfect for spreading.

new or different and not formerly known or done

different

new

all-new

Examples

He brought a fresh perspective to the team's problem-solving approach.

The students were excited to start a fresh semester with new classes.

(of water) free of salt

sweet

Examples

The lake's fresh water is perfect for swimming and fishing.

We need to find a source of fresh water before we can continue our hike.

(of air) natural, unpolluted, and clean

clean

unpolluted

Examples

We went for a walk to enjoy some fresh air after being indoors all day.

The mountain breeze brought fresh air into the cabin, making it feel cool and crisp.

(of weather) cool, crisp, and often slightly windy

Dialect

British

crisp

nippy

snappy

brisk

Informal

Examples

After the rain, the weather turned fresh, making it perfect for a walk.

It felt fresh outside, so she grabbed a jacket before heading out.

(of wind or breeze) noticeably strong and cool

Examples

A fresh breeze blew in from the ocean, cooling the beach in the late afternoon.

The fresh wind made the walk along the cliffs feel invigorating.

(of breath) free from any unpleasant odors

Examples

After brushing my teeth, I had fresh breath that lasted all morning.

She chewed gum to ensure her breath stayed fresh during the meeting.

(of tastes) natural, vibrant, and refreshing

Examples

The lemonade had a fresh taste, thanks to the squeezed lemons and mint leaves.

The salsa was full of fresh flavors, with juicy tomatoes, cilantro, and lime.

(of colors) vivid, bright, and full of energy

bright

brilliant

clear

fluorescent

vibrant

Examples

The designer chose fresh colors like sky blue and lime green for the spring collection.

Fresh colors on the walls gave the room a cheerful and vibrant atmosphere.

(of a person's appearance) having a healthy, bright, and clean complexion

glowing

Examples

The model ’s fresh complexion was enhanced by the natural lighting in the photoshoot.

After a good night ’s sleep, her face had a fresh and glowing appearance.

clean, new, or never used before

Examples

I grabbed a fresh piece of paper to take notes during the meeting.

After making a mistake, he started writing again on a fresh page.

11.1

(of clothes or a piece of fabric ) clean, recently washed, or unused

Examples

After the game, he grabbed a fresh change of clothes from his gym bag.

Nothing feels better than putting on a fresh shirt straight from the laundry.

(of a person) innocent, naive, and untainted by the complexities or harshness of life

innocent

naive

Examples

The artist 's painting captured the beauty of a fresh child, full of innocence and curiosity.

The movie portrayed a fresh character, untouched by the corruption surrounding her.

(of a person) behaving in a disrespectful, cheeky, or overly bold manner

impudent

sassy

saucy

smart

wise

Examples

Do n’t get fresh with your boss, or you might lose your job.

The student was being fresh with the teacher, talking back during the lesson.

(of a person) filled with energy, vitality, and enthusiasm, typically after rest or recovery

refreshed

reinvigorated

new

Examples

After a long weekend, he returned to work feeling fresh and ready to tackle new challenges.

She felt fresh and energized after a morning jog in the park.

(of information, thoughts, memories, etc.) vivid and easy to recall

Examples

I ’d like to review the material while it ’s still fresh in my mind.

The memories of that day are still fresh, even after all these years.

occurred, experienced, or completed in the recent past, making it new or current

Examples

She was eager to share the fresh news from the meeting.

His injury was still fresh, making it difficult for him to walk.

(of a cow) able to produce milk due to having recently given birth

Examples

The dairy farm has several fresh cows ready for milking after calving.

A fresh cow typically produces a large quantity of milk in the first few weeks after calving.

used to describe something that is terrific, impressive, or new in a cool or exciting way

Slang

Examples

That new song is fresh; I ca n't stop listening to it.

His outfit looks fresh; totally on point!

fresh

ADVERB

used to refers to something that has been recently made, prepared, or completed

freshly

Examples

She served fresh-baked cookies straight from the oven.

The room was filled with the smell of fresh-cut flowers.

Lexical Tree

freshen

freshly

freshness

fresh

Nearby Words

Definition & Meaning of "fresh"in English

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