relaxed

adjective

re·​laxed ri-ˈlakst 

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

relaxedly

ri-ˈlak-səd-lē 

ri-ˈlakst-lē

adverb

relaxedness

ri-ˈlak-səd-nəs 

ri-ˈlaks(t)-nəs

noun

Synonyms of relaxed

• comfortable

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Inspired by Garten’s relaxed chambray shirt, the button-down has the same relaxed fit and polished collar. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 27 July 2026

Formidable in scale yet relaxed and inviting, the Sanctuary unfolds around a series of distinctive spaces, including a 12-sided great room beneath a soaring cathedral ceiling, with a balcony library and a chef’s kitchen. — Mark David, Robb Report, 27 July 2026

Whether crisp and tailored or oversized and relaxed, the classic staple has earned its place as a year-round favorite, especially during the warmer months when breezy lightweight layers are key. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 27 July 2026

Important Negotiation Tips Remember to approach negotiation as a relaxed conversation rather than a stressful event. — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for relaxed

• equiaxed
• overtaxed
• axed
• faxed
• taxed
• waxed
• climaxed
• untaxed

Kids Definition

relaxed

adjective

re·​laxed ri-ˈlakst 

1

: lacking in precision or strictness

was very relaxed for a new parent

2

: not worried or tense

found her in a relaxed moment

3

: easy of manner : informal

a relaxed style of comedy

4

: somewhat loose-fitting and usually casual in style

relaxed jeans

relaxedly

-ˈlak-səd-lē 

-ˈlaks-tlē

adverb

relaxedness

-ˈlak-səd-nəs 

-ˈlaks(t)-nəs

noun