refresh
UK: rɪˈfrɛʃ | US: rɪˈfrɛʃ
vt. to give new energy or vigor to; reinvigorate
vt. to update or renew (e.g., data, a webpage)
vt. to cool or revive (someone) with food, drink, or rest
The word "refresh" combines the Latin prefix "re-" (meaning "again") with the Old English root "fresh" (derived from Proto-Germanic *friskaz, meaning "new" or "cool"). The prefix "re-" implies repetition, while "fresh" conveys renewal or vitality. Historically, the term evolved from literal meanings (e.g., cooling with water) to metaphorical ones (e.g., renewing energy or updating information). Its logic reflects a cyclical return to a state of newness.
She drank a glass of water to refresh herself after the long walk.
Press F5 to refresh the webpage and load the latest updates.
The cool breeze refreshed the hikers during their break.
A short nap can refresh your mind before the next meeting.
The software automatically refreshes the data every hour.