RELAXATION Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

relaxation

noun

ˌrē-ˌlak-ˈsā-shən

Definition of relaxation

as in recreation

activity engaged in to amuse oneself what do people in this jerkwater town do for relaxation?

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as in rest

freedom from activity or labor meditating in a state of total relaxation

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Recent Examples of relaxation The Girls Getaway, tickets for which sold out in a matter of hours, brought fans of the show together for two days of rest, relaxation and community. — Alex Ross, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2026 Key ingredients include togetherness, relaxation, indulgence, presence and comfort. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026 The 17-year-old is relaxation personified, holding an air of confidence usually limited to veteran athletes who have been there and done it all. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026 And at Awana Spa, a holistic approach to wellness offers sensory treatments designed to promote relaxation and renewal. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for relaxation

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Noun

More than 50 sites will get chargers over the next 18 months, the spokesperson said, and the city has been retrofitting existing public stations and adding chargers at libraries and recreation centers.

— Ella Chakarian, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
The six-bedroom, six-bath farmhouse is considered a hub for recreation and relaxation with a 75-foot swimming pool, spa, gym, sauna, tennis and bocce courts.

— Kat Tran October 29, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of recreation

Noun

To make that distinction, the researchers combined detailed video recordings with tests of responsiveness and recovery after disrupted rest.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2026
The whole house climaxes with a kaleidoscopic pièce de résistance at the top of the dome, where a large skylight rests, revealing an interplay of two sets of the red-orange ribs.

— Web Behrens, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of rest

Noun

For another fun twist on ice-queen glam, take a cue from Zara Larsson and pile on the shimmery silver-white shadow accented with rhinestones in lieu of snowflakes, or perhaps a fresh platinum blonde hair color à la Serena Williams.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 Nov. 2026
But even the hardest-to-please folks are usually thrilled with a techy gift that makes their life easier, more convenient or just more fun.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of fun

Noun

The surprise, perhaps, is that even after paying high prices for essential expenses like groceries and gas, people are still willing to spend on leisure.

— Renée Onque, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Members of the reading class have been worried about the decline of other people reading in their leisure time since at least the advent of television.

— Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of leisure

Noun

It is set to be part of a larger entertainment district that will also include the new $350 million Talanta Stadium being constructed for AFCON.

— Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Magazine’s Innovator Awards recognize groundbreaking talents from a range of disciplines, including fashion, art, literature, entertainment, architecture, design, technology, music, philanthropy, cuisine and more.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of entertainment

Noun

This group has promoted the Durupınar site as the resting place of Noah’s Ark since at least 2021.

— Eric Vanden Eykel, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2026
On an autumn day in 1860, a bearded British man visited George Washington’s tomb at his final resting place in Virginia.

— Nicky Robertson, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of resting

Noun

In a Harris Poll survey published Wednesday, 65% of American adults reported spending $100 or more on playful activities or products — such as craft kits or action figures — for personal enjoyment between June 2025 and June 2026.

— Renée Onque, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
My enjoyment now came from sitting back and watching her shine.

— Diana Daniele, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of enjoyment

Noun

Of the Daise stick-on, Allure associate social media manager Katie Gunderman says her amusement with the accessory was short-lived.

— Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 20 Oct. 2026
In IconArrows pointing outwards For an extra admission fee, the farm also offers amusement rides and carnival games.

— Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of amusement

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