relaxed

[ri-lakst]

adjective

1. being free of or relieved from tension or anxiety.

   in a relaxed mood.

2. not strict; easy; informal.

   the relaxed rules of the club.

Other Word Forms

• relaxedly adverb
• relaxedness noun
• unrelaxed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of relaxed¹

First recorded in 1630–40; relax + -ed ²

Example Sentences

He continued to refine the shape through the 1980s, gradually easing the “wedge shape” jacket into a more relaxed silhouette with sloped shoulders and lower lapels.

From Los Angeles Times

She's sweating every morning and I just kind of come on down and think I'm quite a relaxed person, and Dani's sprinting around the house and then there's me asking if I can do anything.

From BBC

He says he is more "relaxed" than many winemakers would be about such a catastrophe, because he has long made a non-vintage red blend called Cain Cuvée.

From BBC

Feeling more relaxed and carefree off court is how she feels she can best fulfil her potential on it.

From BBC

A relaxed Eze, wearing an Arsenal shirt and jeans, sauntered out to a rapturous reception from fans before the match against Leeds.

From BBC

Related Words

• breezy 
• calm 
• carefree 
• casual 
• composed 
• easy 
• easygoing 
• flexible 
• informal 
• laid-back 
• nonchalant 
• placid 
• serene 
• spontaneous 
• tolerant 
• tranquil