Relaxedness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ri-ˈlakst/ re·laxed

Meaning & Definition of Relaxedness

Relaxedness (adjective)

  1. freed from or lacking in precision or stringency
  2. set or being at rest or at ease
  3. easy of manner, informal

Relaxedness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in informality, casualness

    similar: casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, comity, concord, harmony, mildness, soothingness, silence, lull, pause, respite, calm, calmness, hush, peace, peacefulness, placidity, quiet, quietness, quietude, repose, restfulness, sereneness, serenity, still, stillness, tranquility
    opposite: bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil, unquietness, unrest, uproar, clamor, din, noise, racket

Related Entry: Relaxed (adjective)

Relaxed is a different word from Relaxedness. The synonyms below are for relaxed, not for relaxedness.

  1. enjoying physical comfort

    "the frazzled executive was totally relaxed after the warm bath"

    similar: canny (chiefly Scottish), comfortable, comfy, cozy, snug, at ease, at home
    related: toasty, warm, content, contented, pleased, satisfied, easeful, peaceful, resting, easygoing, laid-back, undisturbed, unperturbed, untroubled
    opposite: uncomfortable
    near: discontented, displeased, dissatisfied, agitated, disturbed, perturbed, troubled

  2. not bound by rigid standards

    "we're having a very relaxed staff meeting, and then everyone can get an early start on the long holiday weekend"

    similar: easygoing, flexible, lax, loose, slack, unrestrained, unrestricted
    related: careless, derelict, heedless, irresponsible, lazy, neglectful, negligent, remiss, slipshod, sloppy, sloven, slovenly, unfussy
    opposite: hard, harsh, rigid, rigorous, severe, stern, strict
    near: constrained, restrained, restricted, tight, careful, conscientious, exact, fussy, meticulous, painstaking, punctilious, scrupulous, implacable, inflexible

  3. not tightly fastened, tied, or stretched

    "the fishing line was relaxed and looped lazily into the pond"

    similar: insecure, lax, loose, loosened, slack, slackened, unsecured
    related: detached, free, unattached, unbound, undone, unfastened, untied, baggy, blousy, saggy
    opposite: taut, tense, tight
    near: constrained, restrained, attached, bound, fastened, tied, fast, firm, jammed, snug, stuck, wedged

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Relaxedness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Relaxedness:

casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, comity, concord, harmony, mildness, soothingness, silence, lull, pause, respite, calm, calmness, hush, peace, peacefulness, placidity, quiet, quietness, quietude, repose, restfulness, sereneness, serenity, still, stillness, tranquility

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Relaxedness

Words with the opposite meaning of Relaxedness:

bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil, unquietness, unrest, uproar, clamor, din, noise, racket

Word Forms of Relaxedness

Derived words: relaxedly (adverb), relaxedness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Relaxedness

First known use: circa 1623

Frequently Asked Questions about Relaxedness

What does "Relaxedness" mean?

"Relaxedness" means freed from or lacking in precision or stringency. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: freed from or lacking in precision or stringency.

What is another word for "Relaxedness"?

Other words for "Relaxedness" include casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, comity, concord, harmony and mildness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Relaxedness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Relaxedness"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Relaxedness". Common alternatives include casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, comity, concord, harmony, mildness, soothingness and silence.

What is the opposite of "Relaxedness"?

Antonyms of "Relaxedness" include bustle, commotion, hubbub, hurly-burly, pandemonium, tumult, turmoil and unquietness.

Is "Relaxedness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Relaxedness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Relaxedness"?

"Relaxedness" is pronounced /ri-ˈlakst/ and divided into syllables as re·laxed.

What is the origin of the word "Relaxedness"?

First known use: circa 1623.

What is another word for "Relaxedness" meaning "as in informality, casualness"?

When "Relaxedness" (noun) means as in informality, casualness, synonyms include casualness, easygoingness, informality, laid-backness, comity and concord. Opposites in this sense include bustle, commotion, hubbub and hurly-burly.