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
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
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And during the warmer months when sneakers and loafers turn into strappy sandals and flip-flops, this is when the relaxed pants game gets really good.
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Staff Author, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Easily reached by boat or car, its sheer scale allows plenty of space to spread out — ideal for a relaxed, crowd-free eclipse watch with clear horizons toward the setting sun.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 7 June 2026
The breathable, relaxed-fitting bottoms are substantial enough to wear on the plane and work just as well over a bathing suit on the beach or with a pair of sneakers for a day of sightseeing.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
This fabric is an old faithful with great range, seen everywhere from Scandi-style beach houses to cozy, colorful city apartments, owing to their breathability and relaxed look.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 June 2026
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Staff Author, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Easily reached by boat or car, its sheer scale allows plenty of space to spread out — ideal for a relaxed, crowd-free eclipse watch with clear horizons toward the setting sun.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 7 June 2026
The breathable, relaxed-fitting bottoms are substantial enough to wear on the plane and work just as well over a bathing suit on the beach or with a pair of sneakers for a day of sightseeing.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
This fabric is an old faithful with great range, seen everywhere from Scandi-style beach houses to cozy, colorful city apartments, owing to their breathability and relaxed look.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for relaxed
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“Relaxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relaxed. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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