Synonyms of laxity

laxity

noun

1

as in laxness

Synonyms & Similar Words

• laxness
• looseness
• limpness
• floppiness
• slackness
• sag
• droop
• slack
• hang

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• tension
• rigidity
• tightness
• tenseness
• tautness
• rigidness

2

as in carelessness

Synonyms & Similar Words

• carelessness
• inadvertence
• inadvertency
• heedlessness
• negligence
• neglect
• delinquency
• default
• oversight
• failure
• nonfeasance
• dereliction
• misprision

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• compliance
• discharge
• fulfillment
• fulfilment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of laxity

Experts say hand concerns, like sun spots, discoloration, and skin laxity, are most commonly voiced from patients in their 50s and 60s. —Victoria Moorhouse, Allure, 13 Feb. 2025

Some studies have found hormones may affect ligament laxity, suggesting injury risk may increase at various stages of the cycle. —Susan Lacke, Outside Online, 2 Feb. 2025

People with joint laxity (looseness and instability) or hypermobility—who might refer to themselves as being double-jointed—may also be more susceptible to hyperextension injuries and related pain. —Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024

These lasers are an all-purpose skin refresh, mitigating sun damage, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin laxity, tightening the appearance of pore size, and brightening the skin. —Amber Gibson, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024