RELAXED Synonyms: 174 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ri-ˈlakst

Definition of relaxed

as in comfortable

enjoying physical comfort the frazzled executive was totally relaxed after the warm bath

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as in flexible

not bound by rigid standards we're having a very relaxed staff meeting, and then everyone can get an early start on the long holiday weekend

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as in loosened

not tightly fastened, tied, or stretched the fishing line was relaxed and looped lazily into the pond

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relaxed

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verb

past tense of relax

as in chilled

to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety she took deep breaths to relax before going on stage

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tensed (up)

as in slackened

to make less taut relax the rope a bit so I can pick up the slack and tie this knot

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as in rested

to refrain from labor or exertion I just want to kick back and relax after mowing that huge lawn

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Recent Examples of relaxed

Adjective

The same sort of relaxed approach also informs Mascis’ gear choices. — Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 18 Oct. 2026 Not only is the song a record-breaker, it’s also refreshingly relaxed, twangy, and organic in an overproduced, AI-looming world. — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026

Verb

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood requires at least one caregiver for every five infants, and the ratio is relaxed only slightly as children age. — Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 4 Oct. 2026 With the rains the park has had lately, the leaves were relaxed and not curled into their dry weather posture. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for relaxed

Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxed

Adjective

Separate research from Prudential Financial recently found that more than six in 10 retirees with at least $500,000 in investable assets do not feel comfortable spending money for enjoyment.

— Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
This oil keeps dry lips comfortable and looking juicy, thanks to hydrating hyaluronic acid and smoothing tripeptides, while minty menthol and peppermint oil plump without the painful sting.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of comfortable

Adjective

Paired with on-site energy storage, SSTs could turn data centers from blunt-force loads into more flexible participants in the grid.

— Alex Pasternack, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Trump’s flexible realism also entails recognizing the need to form bespoke coalitions of the willing to augment the United Nations and other large multilateral institutions.

— Charles Kupchan, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

Use a non-abrasive scrubbing sponge or a microfiber cloth to remove all the loosened debris.

— Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 19 Sep. 2026
The loosened restrictions will not empower Washington to pursue investment and economic cooperation with al Sharaa’s government, which could transform the impoverished country.

— Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of loosened

Verb

Don’t get too warm, though Although staying warm is essential — things like fingers don’t work as efficiently when chilled — don’t overdo it.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
During the hearing, ABC’s attorney, Beth Wilkinson, told the judge that urgent action is needed because the regulatory threats have chilled the network’s speech.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of chilled

Verb

The defense rested its case on Thursday in the death penalty case of Alberto Sierra, who admitted to snuffing the lives of his estranged wife and her two young daughters with a plastic bag.

— Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs return from their bye week well-rested and sitting at 4-0.

— Andy Scholes, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of rested

Adjective

Maybe the shooting shook something loose in her and has amplified her worst tendencies.

— Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2026
Think tombstones, solid skeletons, signs or other decorations that hold their shape and don’t have loose or dangling parts.

— Katie Koschalk, Scientific American, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of loose

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