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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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.
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Mellow Out: Synonyms for "Calm"
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Pope Leo XIV was admitted to hospital in Rome on Tuesday for surgery to remove a nodule on his lung, but cardinals said he appeared "very relaxed" about the operation.
From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026
The chef’s kitchen features two large islands, white cabinetry, and high-end appliances, while the primary suite takes the home’s relaxed aesthetic one step further with a swinging bed and floor-to-ceiling windows.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
In place of Hinds, he certainly faced the most scrutiny in the band’s first Los Angeles show since 2023, but he was cheerfully engaged and relaxed with the crowd.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026
But despite the relaxed TED talk vibe, this was sober and serious speech.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
How coming back here makes Dad feel happier, more relaxed, more like himself.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
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