Relaxed

/rɪˈlæksd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
Past tense of relax; to make or become less tense or anxious.
She relaxed in the warm sunlight, enjoying the peaceful afternoon.
To cause something to become less tight or firmly held.
He relaxed the rope to give the tent more stability.
adjective
Free from tension and anxiety; at ease.
After a long week at work, I feel relaxed when I spend time at the beach.
Not strict or rigid; lenient.
The dress code for the event was relaxed, allowing attendees to wear casual attire.

Etymology

From Latin 'relaxare', meaning 'to loosen'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

keep it relaxed
Encourage a casual and easygoing approach.
relaxed atmosphere
A setting that is informal and free from stress.
relaxed state of mind
A mental condition characterized by calmness and absence of anxiety.

Related Words

relax
To make or become less tense or anxious.
relaxation
The state of being free from tension or anxiety.
relaxing
Causing a feeling of relaxation.

Slang Meanings

Chill
Let’s just chill and enjoy the evening.
Take it easy
You need to take it easy, nothing is that serious.
Kick back
It’s the weekend, time to kick back and relax.