One of the mysteries of the English language finally explained.
Synonyms of refresh in English:
refresh
See definition of refresh
verb
1‘the cool air will refresh me’
SYNONYMS
reinvigorate, revitalize, revive, restore, brace, fortify, strengthen, give new strength to, enliven, perk up, stimulate, freshen, energize, exhilarate, reanimate, wake up, resuscitate, revivify, rejuvenate, regenerate, renew, breathe new life into
blow away the cobwebs
informal buck up, pep up
rare inspirit
ANTONYMS
weary
2‘let me refresh your memory’
SYNONYMS
jog, stimulate, prompt, prod, activate, rouse, arouse
cue, help out, give someone a cue
3‘I refreshed his glass’
SYNONYMS
refill, top up, replenish, recharge