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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Styling relaxed-fit bottoms with a polished heel is the easiest—and comfiest—way to look model-off-duty chic.
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Jordan Julian, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Set the wicker chairs and tables on a patio or lanai graced by textured rugs and warm wood accents, for an overall relaxed aesthetic.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
Late-season ski destinations often have excellent conditions and a more relaxed vibe.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
The men’s capsule imbues the same collegiate spirit, with polos and shirting in sprightly patterns—albeit, slightly bolder than women’s—alongside said new take on the retailer’s windproof blouson, in khaki, sand and navy, plus relaxed sports shorts.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
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Jordan Julian, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Set the wicker chairs and tables on a patio or lanai graced by textured rugs and warm wood accents, for an overall relaxed aesthetic.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
Late-season ski destinations often have excellent conditions and a more relaxed vibe.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
The men’s capsule imbues the same collegiate spirit, with polos and shirting in sprightly patterns—albeit, slightly bolder than women’s—alongside said new take on the retailer’s windproof blouson, in khaki, sand and navy, plus relaxed sports shorts.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
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“Relaxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relaxed. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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