unbracing
Letting supports go
Unbracing is the act of loosening or releasing tension.
Where bracing stiffens or prepares for impact, unbracing relaxes: She felt her shoulders unbracing as the stress lifted.
The word applies to physical supports being removed or to emotional release after sustained tension.
Releasing coiled tension
- looseningReducing tightness or tension
- releasingAllowing to escape
- decompressingReleasing built-up tension
- unbendingRefusing to change position
easing · softening · letting go · unclenching · destressing · mellowing · calming · soothing
Imparting renewed vitality
- stimulatingArousing interest or energy
- revitalizingRestoring strength or energy
- refreshingPleasingly restorative
- exhilaratingIntensely invigorating or exciting
enlivening · rousing · awakening · fortifying · strengthening · empowering · rejuvenating · galvanizing
unwinding
Releasing coiled tension
- looseningReducing tightness or tension
- releasingAllowing to escape
- decompressingReleasing built-up tension
unbending · easing · softening · letting go · unclenching · destressing · mellowing · calming · soothing · restful
energizing
Imparting renewed vitality
- stimulatingArousing interest or energy
- revitalizingRestoring strength or energy
- refreshingPleasingly restorative
exhilarating · enlivening · rousing · awakening · fortifying · strengthening · empowering · rejuvenating · galvanizing · quickening
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Refreshingly keen or stimulating
tightening · securing · fastening · strengthening · reinforcing
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