relaxed

adjective

re·​laxed ri-ˈlakst 

1

: freed from or lacking in precision or stringency

2

: set or being at rest or at ease

3

: easy of manner : informal

4

: somewhat loose-fitting and usually casual in style

relaxed jeans

relaxedly

ri-ˈlak-səd-lē 

ri-ˈlakst-lē

adverb

relaxedness

ri-ˈlak-səd-nəs 

ri-ˈlaks(t)-nəs

noun

Synonyms

• canny [chiefly Scottish]
• comfortable
• comfy
• cozy
• snug

Examples of relaxed in a Sentence

Nothing makes me feel more relaxed than a nice hot bath.

I used to get really nervous performing, but I'm pretty relaxed about it now.

He's a very relaxed guy.

The restaurant had a relaxed atmosphere.

The seminar was very relaxed—we met at the professor's house instead of the lecture hall.

We have a relaxed dress code at the office.

a relaxed set of rules

Recent Examples on the Web

Also within Ecclestone Yards is Jones Family Kitchen, which delivers some of the best steaks and cocktails in Belgravia in a relaxed atmosphere. —Michele Robson, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024

These Gloria Vanderbilt jeans, for example, have nearly 25,000 five-star ratings from shoppers thanks to its relaxed fit and comfy blend of cotton, polyester, and spandex. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2024

This sweater has a relaxed fit that pairs well with just about any item in your closet. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024

With this approach, the patient will be sedated (feel calm and relaxed) during the procedure. —Laura Schober, Health, 1 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

relaxed

adjective

re·​laxed ri-ˈlakst 

1

: lacking in precision or strictness

was very relaxed for a new parent

2

: not worried or tense

found her in a relaxed moment

3

: easy of manner : informal

a relaxed style of comedy

4

: somewhat loose-fitting and usually casual in style

relaxed jeans

relaxedly

-ˈlak-səd-lē 

-ˈlaks-tlē

adverb

relaxedness

-ˈlak-səd-nəs 

-ˈlaks(t)-nəs

noun