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relaxed

adjective
re·​laxed | \ ri-ˈlakst How to pronounce relaxed (audio) \

Definition of relaxed

1 : freed from or lacking in precision or stringency
2 : set or being at rest or at ease
3 : easy of manner : informal
4 : somewhat loose-fitting and usually casual in style relaxed jeans

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Other Words from relaxed

relaxedly \ ri-​ˈlak-​sÉ™d-​lÄ“ How to pronounce relaxedly (audio) , ri-​ˈlakst-​lÄ“ \ adverb
relaxedness \ ri-​ˈlak-​sÉ™d-​nÉ™s How to pronounce relaxedness (audio) , ri-​ˈlaks(t)-​nÉ™s \ noun

Synonyms & Antonyms for relaxed

Synonyms

canny [chiefly Scottish], comfortable, comfy, cozy, snug

Antonyms

uncomfortable

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Examples of relaxed in a Sentence

Nothing makes me feel more relaxed than a nice hot bath. I used to get really nervous performing, but I'm pretty relaxed about it now. He's a very relaxed guy. The restaurant had a relaxed atmosphere. The seminar was very relaxed—we met at the professor's house instead of the lecture hall. We have a relaxed dress code at the office. a relaxed set of rules
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Recent Examples on the Web

The interior design of the location pays homage to Malta's long history as a trading port (hence the utilization of marble, stone, and wood throughout the space) while also embodying the relaxed and serene vibe of the Mediterranean. Ineye Komonibo, Marie Claire, "The Instagram-Worthy Starbucks Stores That Are Definitely Worth Booking a Flight For," 20 Aug. 2019 Podunk moved to a larger venue this year and its organizers want the annual bluegrass gathering to keep growing while maintaining its relaxed, family atmosphere. Slade Rand, courant.com, "At the Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival in Goshen, the picking goes on nearly round the clock," 9 Aug. 2019 The birthday boy was in a relaxed mood as many squad members met up for their first day of training since the summer break. SI.com, "New Liverpool Favourite Virgil Van Dijk Focused on Personal Quest of Footballing Self-Improvement," 8 July 2018 The team has cherished the opportunity, enjoying the more relaxed mood that has surrounded its preparations. Rory Smith, New York Times, "By His Absence, Zlatan Ibrahimovic Makes Sweden Stronger at the World Cup," 3 July 2018 Over the past 3 decades, songs have become less happy and have a less bright timbre, the team found, but are also more danceable with a more relaxed mood. Matt Warren, Science | AAAS, "Want to write a hit song? Here are some tips," 15 May 2018 Sitting down inside Liverpool's Anfield Stadium the day after scoring a key goal in the Champions League quarterfinal second leg, Salah is in relaxed mood. James Masters And Becky Anderson, CNN, "Mo Salah: A day in the life of the 'Egyptian King'," 24 Apr. 2018 The intense securitization advanced by Chen in first Tibet and then Xinjiang has served to reign in this violence, and both regions are now stable -- if tightly controlled and anything but relaxed. James Griffiths, CNN, "In seeking to control Kashmir, Modi may look to China's actions in Xinjiang and Tibet," 8 Aug. 2019 Paltrow, 46, wore a grey bikini top while Falchuk, 48, relaxed in dark grey swim trunks. Helen Murphy, PEOPLE.com, "Double Beach Date! Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk Bond with Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin," 8 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of relaxed

circa 1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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More Definitions for relaxed

relaxed

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of relaxed

: calm and free from stress, worry, or anxiety : not worried or tense
: informal and comfortable
: not strict or carefully controlled

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