Unwind — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˌən-ˈwīnd/ un·wind

Meaning & Definition of Unwind

Unwind (verb)

  1. to cause to uncoil, wind off, unroll
  2. to free from or as if from a binding or wrapping
  3. to release from tension, relax

Unwind (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety

    "soft music and a good book help me unwind"

    similar: chill, chill out (slang), de-stress, decompress, loosen up, mellow (out), relax, wind down, hang loose
    related: unbend, bask, kick back, loll, lounge, repose, rest, bum, dally, dawdle, dillydally, drone, footle, goof (off), hack (around), hang (around or out), idle, laze, loaf, vegetate, veg out, zone out, alleviate, comfort, ease, relieve, calm, compose, cool, quiet, settle
    opposite: tense (up)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unwind

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unwind:

Slang: chill out
chill, de-stress, decompress, loosen up, mellow (out), relax, wind down, hang loose

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unwind

Words with the opposite meaning of Unwind:

tense (up)

Related Words for Unwind

unbend, bask, kick back, loll, lounge, repose, rest, bum, dally, dawdle, dillydally, drone, footle, goof (off), hack (around), hang (around or out), idle, laze, loaf, vegetate, veg out, zone out, alleviate, comfort, ease, relieve, calm, compose, cool, quiet

Word Forms of Unwind

Inflections: unwound, unwinding, unwinds

Origin & Etymology of Unwind

First known use: 14th centuryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Unwind

What does "Unwind" mean?

"Unwind" means to cause to uncoil, wind off, unroll. As a verb, it is defined as: to cause to uncoil, wind off, unroll.

What is another word for "Unwind"?

Other words for "Unwind" include chill, chill out, de-stress, decompress, loosen up, mellow (out), relax and wind down. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unwind" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unwind"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unwind". Common alternatives include chill, chill out, de-stress, decompress, loosen up, mellow (out), relax, wind down and hang loose.

What is the opposite of "Unwind"?

Antonyms of "Unwind" include tense (up).

How do you use "Unwind" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unwind" in a sentence: "soft music and a good book help me unwind".

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

"Unwind" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Unwind"?

"Unwind" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈwīnd/ and divided into syllables as un·wind.

What is the origin of the word "Unwind"?

First known use: 14th centuryt.