refreshingly
gb/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli/ us/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli/
B2
Angličtina
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adverb
B2
property
1
pleasantly different from usual
In a pleasantly surprising way.
Vzorec užití:
refreshingly + [adjective/adverb]
Častá chyba:
Often used with an adjective (e.g., “refreshingly honest”), not on its own as a complete comment.
Synonyma
pleasantly (More general; less emphasis on contrast with what is usual.)
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agreeably (Slightly more formal; focuses on being pleasing.)
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reassuringly (Adds a sense of comfort or relief.)
Antonyma
disappointingly (Opposite feeling of letdown rather than pleasant surprise.)
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predictably (Emphasizes that something is expected, not a pleasant change.)
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tediously (Stresses boredom rather than freshness.)
Kolokace
refreshingly honest
|refreshingly straightforward
|refreshingly simple
|refreshingly direct
|refreshingly candid
|refreshingly different
|refreshingly clear
|refreshingly original
|refreshingly unpretentious
|refreshingly free of
Témata
opinions
|communication
|emotions
Příklady
- Her answer was refreshingly honest, even if it was hard to hear.
- The design is refreshingly simple and easy to use.
- The movie avoids clichés and feels refreshingly original.
Učební příklady
- The instructions are refreshingly clear.
- He was refreshingly honest.
adverb
B2
property
2
cooling or invigorating effect
In a way that makes you feel fresh and cool.
Vzorec užití:
refreshingly + [cool/cold/crisp/light]
Častá chyba:
Not usually used for strong heat; it typically refers to cool air, drinks, or a light feeling.
Synonyma
invigoratingly (Emphasizes increased energy more than coolness.)
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bracingly (Suggests a strong, stimulating freshness (often cold air/water).)
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coolingly (Less common; focuses only on lowering temperature.)
Antonyma
stiflingly (Opposite of fresh/cool; uncomfortably hot and airless.)
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oppressively (Suggests heavy, uncomfortable heat or atmosphere.)
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muggily (Opposite of crisp; warm and damp air.)
Kolokace
refreshingly cool
|refreshingly cold
|refreshingly crisp
|refreshingly breezy
|refreshingly chilled
|refreshingly light
|refreshingly sharp
|refreshingly clean
Témata
food_and_drink
|weather
|health
Příklady
- The breeze was refreshingly cool after a hot day.
- Serve the tea over ice; it’s refreshingly cold.
- The salad tastes refreshingly crisp with the lemon dressing.
Učební příklady
- The water is refreshingly cold.
- It is refreshingly cool today.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
refreshingly
IPA
GB/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli/
US/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli/
Slabiky a přízvuk
re - fresh - ingly (3 slabiky)
Stress on 2nd syllable (fresh)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: refreshingly
- Plural: refreshinglies
Výrazy
refreshingly clear
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli klˈɪɹ/
fixed phrase
pleasantly easy to understand
Clear in a nice, surprising way.
Příklady
- The guidelines are refreshingly clear and specific.
- Her presentation was refreshingly clear, with strong examples.
- The contract is refreshingly clear about the cancellation policy.
refreshingly cool
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli kˈul/
fixed phrase
pleasantly cool temperature
Cool in a way that feels nice.
Příklady
- The evening air was refreshingly cool.
- This drink is refreshingly cool with plenty of ice.
- The room felt refreshingly cool after we opened the windows.
refreshingly different
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli dˈɪfɹənt/
fixed phrase
pleasantly not like the usual
Different in a nice, surprising way.
Příklady
- The story is refreshingly different from the usual formula.
- Her approach to leadership is refreshingly different.
- The menu is refreshingly different, with lots of seasonal dishes.
refreshingly direct
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli dɪɹˈɛkt/
fixed phrase
pleasantly straightforward communication
Direct in a good, clear way.
Příklady
- Her manager was refreshingly direct about what needed to change.
- The email was refreshingly direct: no long introduction, just the point.
- He’s refreshingly direct when giving feedback.
refreshingly free of
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli fɹˈi əv/
fixed phrase
pleasantly lacking something unwanted
Nice because it does not have something bad or annoying.
Příklady
- The article is refreshingly free of jargon.
- Their service is refreshingly free of hidden fees.
- The show is refreshingly free of cynicism.
refreshingly honest
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli ˈɑnɪst/
fixed phrase
pleasantly frank and truthful
Honest in a way that feels good to hear.
Příklady
- She was refreshingly honest about the challenges of the job.
- His review was refreshingly honest, not promotional.
- The interview felt refreshingly honest compared with typical PR answers.
refreshingly light
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli lˈaɪt/
fixed phrase
pleasantly not heavy or rich
Light in a nice way, not heavy.
Příklady
- The dessert is refreshingly light after such a big meal.
- It’s a refreshingly light beer for summer.
- The novel is refreshingly light and easy to read.
refreshingly simple
1/ɹifɹˈɛʃɪŋli sˈɪmpəl/
fixed phrase
pleasingly easy and uncomplicated
Simple in a good, surprising way.
Příklady
- The booking process is refreshingly simple.
- The recipe is refreshingly simple: just five ingredients.
- Her explanation was refreshingly simple and clear.