relax

/ɹɪlˈæks/

/ɹiˈɫæks/, /ɹɪˈɫæks/

[verb]

to relax

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to feel less worried or stressed

synonyms : decompress

antonyms : tense

to loosen or reduce curl or wave pattern in the hair for a straighter or smoother look, often using heat styling tools or techniques

make less taut

synonyms : unbend

become loose or looser or less tight

synonyms : loose

loosen

antonyms : stiffen

cause to feel relaxed

synonyms : loosen up

antonyms : tense

make less active or fast

synonyms : slack

slack up

slacken

become less severe or strict

synonyms : loosen

make less severe or strict

synonyms : loosen

become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner

synonyms : loosen up

Examples

1. They relaxed in the cool shade of the trees during the picnic.

2. On Sundays, I usually relax and do nothing.

3. After a stressful day, jogging helps me relax.

4. The hot water in the shower helped me relax after a long day.

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