relaxed

re·laxed

adj \ri-ˈlakst\

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>

— re·laxed·ly \-ˈlak-səd-lē, -ˈlakst-lē\ adverb

— re·laxed·ness \-ˈlak-səd-nəs, -ˈlaks(t)-nəs\ noun

Examples of RELAXED

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

First Known Use of RELAXED

1623

Related to RELAXED

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

Antonyms: uncomfortable

Related Words: toasty, warm; content, contented, pleased, satisfied; easeful, peaceful, resting; easygoing, laid-back; undisturbed, unperturbed, untroubled

Near Antonyms: discontented, displeased, dissatisfied; agitated, disturbed, perturbed, troubled

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