Replenish

Verb

Definition: To fill or make complete again; to restock or refill.

Synonyms: Refill, Restock, Top up, Refresh

Antonyms: Deplete, Empty, Drain

Examples:

I need to replenish my water bottle before going on a hike.
The supermarket replenished their stock of fresh produce.

Mnemonics:

Replenish sounds like "re" + "fill," emphasizing the act of filling something up again.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'replenissen', from Old French 'replenir', from Latin 're' (again) + 'plenish' (fill).

Historical Usage:

The word has been in use since the 14th century, maintaining its primary meaning of refilling or restocking.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Replenish your energy"

Explanation:

Referring to the need to restore or rejuvenate one's energy levels, usually by resting or consuming nourishing food.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'replenish' with 'refill' or 'replenishment'.

Explanation:

While 'replenish' and 'refill' can be similar, 'refill' typically implies a complete filling of something that has been emptied, while 'replenish' emphasizes the act of making something complete again, even if it was not completely empty. 'Replenishment' is a noun form of 'replenish' and refers to the action or process of replenishing.