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Relaxation

noun

Relaxation is calm rest.

10 letters 4 syllables

What does Relaxation mean?

Relaxation is calm rest.

Dictionary definition

A calm state of rest, or an activity that helps someone relax.

Example sentences

Relaxation in a sentence

easy

Quiet music helped with relaxation before bedtime.

medium

The teacher led a short relaxation activity after the test.

hard

Regular relaxation can help the body recover from effort and stress.

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Practice the meaning of Relaxation

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does relaxation mean?

Practice 2

Choose the best word: Quiet music helped with ___ before bedtime.

Practice 3

Which word is most opposite in meaning to relaxation?

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Relaxation

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Synonyms

Words like Relaxation

restUse for stopping activity to recover.
calmnessUse for a peaceful state.
easeUse for comfort and lack of tension.
Antonyms

Opposite words

tensionTension means tightness or stress.
stressStress is pressure or worry that contrasts with relaxation.
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Word family

Relaxation word family

Base word

relaxation

noun

relaxation

Related form.

noun

relaxing

Related form.

Related words