relaxed

adjective

re·​laxed ri-ˈlakst How to pronounce relaxed (audio)
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 How to pronounce relaxed (audio)
ri-ˈlakst-lē
adverb
relaxedness
ri-ˈlak-səd-nəs How to pronounce relaxed (audio)
ri-ˈlaks(t)-nəs
noun

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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Designed to offer shoppers a relaxed and inviting environment, the store’s interiors feature a neutral color palette, natural textures with polished marble finishes and wooden floors. Hanna McNeila, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025 From the iconic trucker jacket at Levi’s to Gap’s heritage take, these Americana staples have a timeless feel and relaxed fit that’s made for layering. Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 23 Sep. 2025 The letter, a response to subpoenas from the House Judiciary Committee, explains in no uncertain terms that the company is taking a more relaxed approach to moderating political content on YouTube. Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 23 Sep. 2025 This Amazon matching set includes a slouchy and oversized V-neck pullover with drop shoulders, side slits, and a relaxed collar. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 23 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for relaxed

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of relaxed was circa 1623

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“Relaxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relaxed. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

relaxed

adjective
re·​laxed ri-ˈlakst How to pronounce relaxed (audio)
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 How to pronounce relaxed (audio)
-ˈlaks-tlē
adverb
relaxedness
-ˈlak-səd-nəs How to pronounce relaxed (audio)
-ˈlaks(t)-nəs
noun

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