DE-STRESSING Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

de-stressing

verb

Definition of de-stressing next

present participle of de-stress

as in relaxing

to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety he watches classic movie comedies as a way to de-stress

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

tensing (up)

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of de-stressing That palms-together, head-bobbing, smiling Thai service creates the most soothing, de-stressing atmosphere. —

Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 Progressive muscle relaxation helps with de-stressing by tapping into your mind-body connection. —

Stefanie Groner, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026 This includes beauty and barber shops, gym and fitness studios, health and beauty spas and massage parlors — perfect for de-stressing after the holidays. —

Ryley Amond, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026 Between holiday gift shopping, party planning, and traveling, everyone could use a little de-stressing this time of the year. —

Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for de-stressing

relaxing

Verb

In the Executive and Premier One-Bedroom Suites, a separate living room adds a place for gathering or relaxing while someone else is asleep.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Nestled right in the heart of the Uptown neighborhood, this two-bedroom Magic Cottage will give you a taste of Victorian flair with its original architectural details and two living rooms (one for relaxing, and another for pre-dinner drinks).

— Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2026