relax

Loosen up, breathe

Relax means to become less tense, rigid, or anxious.

Muscles relax after exertion; a person relaxes after a stressful day.

To relax rules or standards is to make them less strict: The company relaxed its dress code.

As a command, relax tells someone to calm down or stop worrying.

A relaxed atmosphere is comfortable and informal.

comfort

cozy

Warm and snug

  • cushionStuffed fabric for comfort
  • blanketSoft bed covering
  • sofaMulti-seat cushioned furniture

armchair · slippers · robe · fireside · pillow · snug · warmth · plush · nestle · hearth

serenity

peace

Freedom from disturbance

stillness · quietude · harmony · placid · repose · zen · contentment · equanimity · gentle · restful

unwind

decompress

Release stored pressure

ease · chill · destress · let go · unbend · slacken · unclench · release · mellow · wind down

pleasure

enjoy

Take pleasure in

savor · delight · pamper · treat · gratify · bask · relish · spa · massage · vacation

Categories
Opposites
physical tension

relaxtense

Strained or nervous

tighten · stiffen · strain · clench · contract

mental/emotional state

relaxstress

Pressure, mental or vocal

worry · tense · agitate · panic · anxiety

effort and activity

relaxwork

Effort toward a goal

toil · labor · strive · struggle · sweat

Phrases
Family

relaxed, relay, relaxing, relaxation, relaxes, relaxant, unrelaxed, relaxer, relaxants

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