relax (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈlæks/

Definition

To stop worrying and rest, or to make someone stop worrying and rest.

Examples

• I need to relax after a busy week.

• The warm bath helped her to relax.

• He told me to relax and not worry about the exam.

How to Use relax

relax about (prepositional phrase)

To stop worrying about a particular thing. — "You can relax about the deadline; it's not urgent."

relax into (prepositional phrase)

To move into a relaxed position or state. — "She relaxed into the soft armchair."

Synonyms of relax

Words with a similar meaning to relax:

• rest
• unwind
• de-stress
• repose

Antonyms of relax

Words with the opposite meaning to relax:

• tense
• stress

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