Meaning of the word refresh in English

What does refresh mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

refresh

US /rɪˈfreʃ/

UK /rɪˈfreʃ/

give new strength or energy to; reinvigorate

Example:

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A cool drink will refresh you.

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The cool breeze refreshed us after the long walk.

Synonym:

revitalize rejuvenate invigorate enliven stimulate

update the display on a screen or web page

Example:

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Click the button to refresh the page.

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The data will refresh automatically every hour.

Synonym:

update reload renew re-render

remind (someone) of something forgotten or partially forgotten

Example:

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Let me refresh your memory about what we discussed.

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He needed to refresh his knowledge of ancient history.

Synonym:

remind jog prompt reacquaint