Meaning & use
a breath of fresh air
A person or thing that is refreshingly new or enjoyable compared to what came before.
See it in a sentence
The new manager's honest feedback was a breath of fresh air after months of vague criticism.
Her cheerful attitude was a breath of fresh air in the stressful office.
A note on using this word
Always used figuratively about people or situations, not about literally clean outdoor air.
Words with a similar meaning
This term is best learned through its definition and examples.
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “a breath of fresh air”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.