UNWIND Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

unwind

verb

ˌən-ˈwīnd

Definition of unwind next

as in to relax

to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety soft music and a good book help me unwind

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

tense (up)

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of unwind The newly trading shares plunged within seconds from $16 to as little as a penny, before the company took the extremely unusual decision to unwind the IPO. —

Greg Bensinger, USA Today, 3 June 2026 Suites and villas lean rustic-luxe, with dark woods, stone accents, and oversized soaking tubs perfect for unwinding after a long day of wildlife spotting. —

Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 These modern-day gladiators like to unwind by swapping Pikachus for Charmanders. —

Jesse Granger, New York Times, 2 June 2026 Super has worked to unwind some of those issues, while also building a business that can win over a new generation of shoppers. —

Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unwind

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwind

relax

Verb

Richards, who began relaxing her hair at 13-years-old, echoes this.

— Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 29 May 2026
The important thing with knowing the danger is to accept it and relax.

— Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 29 May 2026