relaxedre‧laxed /rɪˈlækst/ ●●● S2 W3 adjective 
Gail was lying in the sun looking very relaxed and happy.relaxed about I feel more relaxed about my career than I used to.► see thesaurus at calm2a situation that is relaxed is comfortable and informal: There’s a very relaxed atmosphere in the school.3not strict, or not feeling that you have to do something in the way that other people think you should do ita relaxed attitude/manner/style etc She has a fairly relaxed approach to housework.THESAURUSrelaxed feeling calm, comfortable, and not worried or annoyed: · I was feeling relaxed after my holiday.· Looking relaxed and confident, the president answered questions from the press.· He seems very relaxed about the whole situation.easy-going relaxed and not getting annoyed or angry with people – used when this is a part of someone’s character. An easy-going person likes to have good friendly relationships with other people, and is not strict about rules: · Fred MacMurray was very easy-going and a pleasure to work with.· The hotel owner was an easy-going woman who let visitors come and go pretty well when they pleased.· The children were brought up in an easy-going atmosphere at home.laid-back informal relaxed and not getting worried or annoyed about things – used when this is part of someone’s character. A laid-back person likes to take life slowly: · He seemed like a cool laid-back kind of a guy.· Life on the farm was more laid-back compared to life in the big city.comfortable feeling happy and not worried about doing something, talking about something, or being with someone: · The teachers were comfortable with the new technology and the students loved it.· Some female patients are not comfortable with the idea of seeing a male doctor.· This is an emotional issue, which most people aren’t comfortable talking about.at ease [not before noun] feeling relaxed in a situation – used especially when someone feels less worried than before, or when many other people would not feel relaxed in that situation: · After a few weeks at college, I started to feel more at ease.· He looked completely at ease on a horse.· He was surprised to find himself so at ease with her father.feel at home to feel relaxed in a place or with a person: · I’ve always felt at home in Tokyo.· He felt instantly at home with her.
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- Everyone looked happy and relaxed, even Bill.
- George greeted us in his friendly relaxed way.
- I think people feel more relaxed wearing casual clothes.
- Looking relaxed and confident, the president answered a barrage of questions from the press.
- Old couches and armchairs set a relaxed mood at Java.
- The people in Hawaii are so relaxed -- I could have stayed another fortnight.
- You seem much more relaxed since you changed jobs.
- A relaxed regime of visiting the lavatory after each main meal and at bedtime is established with the parents keeping a record.
- Feeling that the world liked him, he liked the world and faced it, relaxed and open.
- It is an excellent place for families as the staff are friendly, relaxed and attentive.
- Once you are relaxed, focus your attention on the music and see what images come into your mind.
- The giant lock's colourful - and occasionally controversial - career is related in a relaxed, informative fashion.
- They reveal a soft and relaxed side of the ex-Beatle away from the harsh glare of fame.
- When sounds are unvoiced, the vocal cords are relaxed to allow the air a completely free passage.
THESAURUS
feeling calm, comfortable, and not worried or annoyed: · I was feeling relaxed after my holiday.· Looking relaxed and confident, the president answered questions from the press.· He seems very relaxed about the whole situation.
relaxed and not getting annoyed or angry with people – used when this is a part of someone’s character. An easy-going person likes to have good friendly relationships with other people, and is not strict about rules: · Fred MacMurray was very easy-going and a pleasure to work with.· The hotel owner was an easy-going woman who let visitors come and go pretty well when they pleased.· The children were brought up in an easy-going atmosphere at home.
informal relaxed and not getting worried or annoyed about things – used when this is part of someone’s character. A laid-back person likes to take life slowly: · He seemed like a cool laid-back kind of a guy.· Life on the farm was more laid-back compared to life in the big city.
feeling happy and not worried about doing something, talking about something, or being with someone: · The teachers were comfortable with the new technology and the students loved it.· Some female patients are not comfortable with the idea of seeing a male doctor.· This is an emotional issue, which most people aren’t comfortable talking about.
[not before noun] feeling relaxed in a situation – used especially when someone feels less worried than before, or when many other people would not feel relaxed in that situation: · After a few weeks at college, I started to feel more at ease.· He looked completely at ease on a horse.· He was surprised to find himself so at ease with her father.
to feel relaxed in a place or with a person: · I’ve always felt at home in Tokyo.· He felt instantly at home with her.
Longman Language Activatorto relax to make yourself feel calmer, more comfortable, and less worried, by resting or doing something enjoyable: · Just wait! In two weeks' time I'll be relaxing on a beach in Greece.· Trained staff will look after your children, so that you can relax and enjoy yourself.· For heaven's sake Keith, will you just sit down and relax for five minutes!
to gradually relax after you have been working hard or worrying a lot: · After a couple of drinks, Tom began to unwind.· Set in spectacular countryside, the Shiga Hotel is the perfect place to unwind. · The world motorcross champion likes nothing better than unwinding in front of the TV.
to do everything slowly and with less effort than usual so that you do not become worried or tired, especially because you are not feeling strong or healthy: · Now that you've finished your exams, you can take it easy.· I'm going to put my feet up and take it easy this afternoon.take things easy: · Pete will still have to take things easy for while.· My training schedule was very demanding last year, so I'm taking things a bit easier this year.take it easy on yourself: · Take it easy on yourself for a few days. We'll talk later.
informal if you loosen up , you become more relaxed and stop worrying about things: · Hey, loosen up! It's not worth getting upset about something she said.· Our drama teacher would do crazy things, just to get us to loosen up some.
spoken informal to relax and calm down, especially after doing something exciting: · The main reason I'm going to Jamaica is so I can lie on the beach and chill out without being distracted.· Would you like to come back to my place and just chill?
informal to relax completely and enjoy yourself, especially in social situations: · I spotted Juanita really letting her hair down on the dance floor.· Chat rooms on the Internet are a place we can let our hair down and say what we think.
to allow yourself to completely relax in a social situation, and not worry about what is polite, or about what other people may think: · He's quite scholarly, but he can be really funny when he lets himself go.· Dick took me to the party and, for once, I let myself go completely.
to make someone feel more relaxed · Meditation relaxes you and makes you feel more healthy.· The drink relaxed him so much he fell asleep.
also put somebody at their ease British to make someone feel more relaxed, especially by talking to them in a calm, friendly way when they are in a difficult or worrying situation: · I did my best to make him feel at ease before the interview began.· Ginsberg had a talent for putting people instantly at ease.· He had succeeded in putting her at her ease, despite her natural shyness.
informal if someone or something loosens you up , they make you feel happier and more relaxed about the things that are worrying you: loosen up somebody: · Uncle Billy was a great preacher -- he sure could loosen a crowd up.loosen somebody up: · At first, I just started drinking at parties, to help loosen me up.
making you feel calm, comfortable, and not worried: · a relaxing massage· Tuscany is a good choice for a relaxing holiday.· Do something relaxing before going to bed -- read a book, or take a hot bath.
feeling relaxed feeling calm, comfortable, and not worried or annoyed: · The people in Hawaii are so relaxed -- I could have stayed another fortnight.· Looking relaxed and confident, the president answered a barrage of questions from the press. feel relaxed: · I think people feel more relaxed wearing casual clothes.
informal relaxed, and not easily worried or annoyed: · My parents are pretty laid-back and don't mind me staying out late.· He seems like a laid-back kind of a guy.· a laid-back lifestyle
informal happy and relaxed, and not often annoyed or angry: · You were always so relaxed and easy-going. It was one of the things I liked about you.· William did his best to maintain an easy-going, friendly relationship with everyone at camp.
feeling relaxed in a situation in which most people might feel a little nervous, uncomfortable, or anxious: · I've always felt completely at ease among the Palestinians.be/feel at ease with: · He was surprised to find himself so at ease with her father.· After six months in the job, I was starting to feel more at ease with the kids.
happy and without worries, especially because you are with someone you like and trust or because you are in a situation you are used to: be/feel comfortable with: · A lot of our female patients are not comfortable with the idea of a male doctor.be/feel comfortable doing something: · When choosing a baby-sitter, look for someone both you and your child feel comfortable with.· Would you be comfortable using this type of machinery?· This is an emotional issue, which most people aren't comfortable talking about.
to feel relaxed because you are in a place or situation similar to one that you know very well: · As in your previous job, we also use computers a lot -- so you should feel right at home here.feel at home with: · He was fond of using his hands and felt at home with machinery.feel at home doing something: · Right now, I feel more at home writing for the stage rather than film.
very relaxed in the company of other people, and not at all shy about showing your true feelings and opinions: · Her acting is completely spontaneous and uninhibited.· The Trobrand islanders are happy, sexually uninhibited people.uninhibited about: · The boys were quite uninhibited about performing in front of strangers.
usually calm always sensible and relaxed, rather than getting angry, excited, or upset in a difficult situation: · Joe is a very calm and competent flying instructor.· My sister was always calm and careful, whereas I would get excited and upset by the slightest thing.· He has such a calm soothing voice - I could listen to him all night.
someone who is relaxed is calm and does not seem to be worried about anything, and it is pleasant for other people to be with them: · George greeted us in his friendly relaxed way.· You seem much more relaxed since you changed jobs.
informal always relaxed and never seeming to worry about things that other people worry about: · Sue's always had a laid-back attitude toward life.· He's very laid-back and lets the kids do whatever they want.
always calm and satisfied and not often getting upset, angry, excited etc about anything: · She's a sweet, placid child who rarely gets upset or angry.· There was a worried look on her normally placid face.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY There’s a very relaxed atmosphere in the school. She has a fairly relaxed approach to housework.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES She returned from lunch in a happier frame of mind.
There’s a very relaxed atmosphere in the school. She has a fairly relaxed approach to housework.· Helen's flat has a very relaxed atmosphere.
· On Bali, there is a healthier, more relaxed attitude to life.
She returned from lunch in a happier frame of mind.· At the beginning of the negotiations, he was in a confident mood.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB· Not giving dates lets the story have a more relaxed and timeless feel about it.· Quietly spoken, and with the tensions of his acting day behind him, Holden now seemed more relaxed and chatty.· Taking controlled deep breaths will calm you down and get you into a more relaxed rhythm rather than a state of uncontrolled panic.· They become comfortably heavy-bodied, even cumbersome, and bumble their way through life at a more relaxed pace.· At this time her intravenous infusion was removed and she seemed more relaxed but still complained of pain from her wound.· Ten Bel Geminis Geminis provide a contrast to Drago with a more relaxed cosmopolitan atmosphere.· He was a completely changed and infinitely more relaxed man, patient and courteous and easy.· Increased wealth makes possible a more relaxed attitude to work and the need to get things done.
NOUN· Set in substantial mature gardens and possessing a quiet and relaxed atmosphere.· L'Esquire prides itself on its superlative standards of service and relaxed atmosphere.· This is a family-run hotel with a relaxed atmosphere.· So the superficially more relaxed atmosphere at home did nothing to modify my anorexic behaviour.· Raffles A lounge cellar bar with a relaxed atmosphere and a real coal fire.· Some interviewers address candidates by their first names thinking it encourages a relaxed atmosphere.· They praised the relaxed atmosphere of the school and the emphasis placed on parental involvement and links with outside organisations.· The management have achieved an excellent balance between service and relaxed atmosphere which is felt throughout the hotel.
· She wasn't usually like this, she usually had a fairly relaxed attitude towards life.· He had a relaxed attitude towards his learning.· Increased wealth makes possible a more relaxed attitude to work and the need to get things done.· A relaxed attitude to family size and the timing of births then cost little.· In terms of having a relaxed attitude to food the answer is yes.· Unlike some of his neighbours, President Mugabe is in a position to take a relaxed attitude to dissent.
· Instead you can approach better health in an easy, relaxed manner.· She had a very relaxed manner and made no secret of the fact that sitting on a chair was uncomfortable for her.· Entering the room in a confident and relaxed manner is very important for getting the interview off to a good start.
· Alison presided in a relaxed way, finding things for people to do, drawing them out, drawing them in.· The meditator is required to focus their mind upon the mantra in an effortless, relaxed way.· It was not a grim, agonising programme but was undertaken in a calm and relaxed way.
WORD FAMILYadjectiverelaxedrelaxingnounrelaxationverbrelax
1feeling calm, comfortable, and not worried or annoyed: Gail was lying in the sun looking very relaxed and happy.relaxed about I feel more relaxed about my career than I used to.► see thesaurus at calm2a situation that is relaxed is comfortable and informal: There’s a very relaxed atmosphere in the school.3not strict, or not feeling that you have to do something in the way that other people think you should do ita relaxed attitude/manner/style etc She has a fairly relaxed approach to housework.THESAURUSrelaxed feeling calm, comfortable, and not worried or annoyed: · I was feeling relaxed after my holiday.· Looking relaxed and confident, the president answered questions from the press.· He seems very relaxed about the whole situation.easy-going relaxed and not getting annoyed or angry with people – used when this is a part of someone’s character. An easy-going person likes to have good friendly relationships with other people, and is not strict about rules: · Fred MacMurray was very easy-going and a pleasure to work with.· The hotel owner was an easy-going woman who let visitors come and go pretty well when they pleased.· The children were brought up in an easy-going atmosphere at home.laid-back informal relaxed and not getting worried or annoyed about things – used when this is part of someone’s character. A laid-back person likes to take life slowly: · He seemed like a cool laid-back kind of a guy.· Life on the farm was more laid-back compared to life in the big city.comfortable feeling happy and not worried about doing something, talking about something, or being with someone: · The teachers were comfortable with the new technology and the students loved it.· Some female patients are not comfortable with the idea of seeing a male doctor.· This is an emotional issue, which most people aren’t comfortable talking about.at ease [not before noun] feeling relaxed in a situation – used especially when someone feels less worried than before, or when many other people would not feel relaxed in that situation: · After a few weeks at college, I started to feel more at ease.· He looked completely at ease on a horse.· He was surprised to find himself so at ease with her father.feel at home to feel relaxed in a place or with a person: · I’ve always felt at home in Tokyo.· He felt instantly at home with her.