replenish
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for replenish, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To fill something back up, or supply a fresh amount of something that has run low.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use replenish
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
replenish supplies
replenish stock
replenish energy
Etymology
From Old French replenir, "to fill completely," itself built from re- ("again") plus plein, from Latin plenus ("full") — the same root that gives us "plenty" and "complete."
Full origin of replenish →Frequently asked questions
What does “replenish” mean?
The word “replenish” means to fill something back up, or supply a fresh amount of something that has run low. In plain terms, to top something back up after it has been used or depleted.
How do you pronounce “replenish”?
“Replenish” is pronounced rih-PLEHN-ihsh (/ɹɪˈplɛn.ɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “replenish” in a sentence?
Here is “replenish” used in a sentence: “We stopped at the supermarket to replenish our fridge before the holidays.”
What is another word for “replenish”?
Words with a similar meaning to “replenish” include plenish.
What is the opposite of “replenish”?
The opposite of “replenish” — its antonyms — is deplete.
What part of speech is “replenish”?
“Replenish” is a verb.
Where does the word “replenish” come from?
The word “replenish” comes from Latin. From Old French replenir, "to fill completely," itself built from re- ("again") plus plein, from Latin plenus ("full") — the same root that gives us "plenty" and "complete.".
