Relaxed: meaning, definitions and examples

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relaxed

 

[ rɪˈlækst ]

Adjective / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling calm and at ease

Feeling relaxed means being free from tension, stress, or anxiety. It is a state of calmness and tranquility.

Synonyms

calm, chilled, unwound

Examples of usage

  • I like to listen to calming music to help me feel more relaxed.
  • After a long day at work, I enjoy taking a hot bath to unwind and relax.
  • She took a deep breath to help herself relax before the important presentation.
Context #2 | Verb

to make or become less tense or anxious

To relax is to release tension or stress in order to achieve a state of calmness. It can also refer to taking time off or engaging in activities that promote rest and relaxation.

Synonyms

chill out, take it easy, unwind

Examples of usage

  • She decided to relax by reading a book in the park.
  • After a hectic week, he needed to relax and recharge over the weekend.

Translations

Translations of the word "relaxed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 relaxado

🇮🇳 आराम

🇩🇪 entspannt

🇮🇩 santai

🇺🇦 розслаблений

🇵🇱 zrelaksowany

🇯🇵 リラックスした

🇫🇷 détendu

🇪🇸 relajado

🇹🇷 rahat

🇰🇷 편안한

🇸🇦 مسترخي

🇨🇿 uvolněný

🇸🇰 uvoľnený

🇨🇳 放松的

🇸🇮 sproščen

🇮🇸 afslappaður

🇰🇿 босаңсыған

🇬🇪 დასვენებული

🇦🇿 rahat

🇲🇽 relajado

Etymology

The word 'relaxed' originated from the Latin word 'relaxare', meaning 'to loosen'. It has been used in English to describe a state of calmness and ease since the 17th century. The concept of relaxation has been valued throughout history, with various cultures developing practices to promote relaxation and well-being.

See also: relax, relaxant, relaxation, relaxing, relaxwear.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,255 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.