relaxed
Americanadjective
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being free of or relieved from tension or anxiety.
in a relaxed mood.
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not strict; easy; informal.
the relaxed rules of the club.
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Etymology
Origin of relaxed
Explanation
Most people like to feel relaxed: when we're relaxed, we're not nervous or overexcited. We're cool and collected. Rules are looser when relaxed, too. If anyone has ever told you "Relax! Relax!" you probably have some idea of what this word means. People are described as relaxed when they have no worries or stress. Being relaxed is one of the best feelings there is, and it usually leads to other good feelings like happiness and confidence. Restrictions and rules are relaxed when they become less strict. Fittingly, relaxed rules and relaxed people tend to go together, just like strict rules can make people feel nervous and uptight — the opposite of relaxed.
Vocabulary lists containing relaxed
Mellow Out: Synonyms for "Calm"
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Example Sentences
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Appeared in the April 30, 2026, print edition as 'Oscar Peterson’s Relaxed Recording'.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
Relaxed and beaming throughout his annual Cactus League media day appearance Thursday at a local hotel, Roberts gave an obvious answer.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026
Relaxed, joking and enjoying teasing his rivals, Verstappen has a chance to complete a remarkable run with a spectacular title triumph.
From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025
Relaxed as ever at the media conference, Usyk has a small team with him, including three security guards all dressed in black tops, caps and green cargo pants.
From BBC • Jul. 13, 2023
Relaxed, sitting in an armchair with his legs stretched out in front of him, he was alert, well rested, quick with a laugh or a clever reply.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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