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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And on Tuesday all eyes were certainly on whether Vance could repeat Rubio's relaxed performance as a stand-in for White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who is on maternity leave.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
Since 2016, the FDA has relaxed regulations on its use.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
“I think retailers are little bit more relaxed now, and a little bit more confident. That has meant that they’ve been a bit more comfortable in passing through price increases.”
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
Articulate, witty, and relaxed, the Ipswich man was seen strolling through Manchester city centre.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
Bit by bit, I relaxed my death grip on his coat and pulled my hands between us.
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
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