laxity

noun

lax·​ity ˈlak-sə-tē 

: the quality or state of being lax

Examples of laxity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The decision came about when the surgeon began to notice some laxity in her lower face. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026

Nothing will ever stop the aging process, but things like SPF, antioxidant serums, and retinol can prevent fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and skin laxity that can slow it down. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 24 May 2026

That’s why many of our favorite eye creams pair peptides with retinal, caffeine, niacinamide, or growth factors to tackle multiple signs of aging at once, from puffiness and dark circles to thinning skin and laxity. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 16 May 2026

Although these driverless taxis were susceptible to citations from local law enforcement, laxity in autonomous vehicle regulations left California law enforcement puzzled about how to address vehicles that violated the state's road laws. — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 4 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1528, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

laxity

noun

lax·​ity ˈlak-sət-ē 

: the quality or state of being lax

Medical Definition

laxity

noun

lax·​i·​ty ˈlak-sət-ē 

plural laxities

: the quality or state of being loose

a certain laxity of the bowels

ligamentous laxity