relaxation

Noun

Meaning

The act or process of relaxing, or the state of being relaxed; as, relaxation of the muscles; relaxation of a law.

Remission from attention and effort; indulgence in recreation, diversion, or amusement.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

rest ease loosening repose peace break relief calm comfort leisure recreation liberalization respite easiness letup
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Antonyms

hydra wraith banshee minotaur hobgoblin work
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Hypernyms

growth increase operation relief weakening easing

Hyponyms

sleeping leisure dormancy thaw laziness dreaminess

Related terms

relax relaxant relaxable relaxative

Phrases with the word

half-relaxation time T1 relaxation time T2 relaxation time period of relaxation relaxation room rest and relaxation

Examples

took his repose by the swimming pool Source: Internet

the easiness we feel when sleeping Source: Internet

the relaxation of requirements Source: Internet

the loosening of his grip Source: Internet

the slackening of the wind Source: Internet

Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the governor of Kano state, has announced the relaxation of the lockdown order imposed by President Muhammadu Buhari. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

relaxacon relaxant relaxase relaxation aid relaxation area relaxation behavior