Lax

/læks/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A state of being lax (less common).

The company faced consequences due to the lax of its safety regulations.

adjective

Not strict or severe; lenient.

The teacher was criticized for being too lax with the homework deadlines.

Not tense or firm; relaxed.

His lax posture during the meeting signaled his lack of interest.

Not rigid or tight; loose.

The lax fitting of her shoes made them uncomfortable to wear for long.

From Latin 'laxus', meaning 'loose, slack'.

laxative effect

A quality or substance that helps to relieve constipation.

lax security

Security measures that are not strict or rigorous.

laxity

The quality of being lax; looseness.

relaxed

Free from tension and anxiety; at ease.

Chill or laid-back attitude.

He's pretty lax about deadlines, so it’s easy to work with him.

Not putting much effort into something.

Her lax approach to studying meant she didn’t prepare for the test.