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Dictionary: re·laxed   (rĭ-lăkst') pronunciation
adj.
  1. Not rigorous or strict.
  2. Free from strain or tension.
  3. Easy and informal in manner.

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adjective

  1. Not tautly bound, held, or fastened: lax, loose, slack. See tighten/loosen.
  2. Unconstrained by rigid standards or ceremony: casual, easy, easygoing, informal, natural, spontaneous, unceremonious, unrestrained. Informal laid-back. See plain/fancy, tighten/loosen.

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pronunciation

IN BRIEF: Lacking in precision or strictness. Also: Being at ease.

pronunciation No one can be completely relaxed. Like a wind-up clock, a person can't tick without some tension. — John Raudonis

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The adjective has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: without strain or anxiety
  Synonym: at ease
  Antonym: tense (meaning #1)

Meaning #2: made less tense or rigid


 
 
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