RELAXATION
Scrabble letter values: R1E1L1A1X8A1T1I1O1N1 = 17
Definition
- noun (physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers.
- noun (physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance. — synonyms: relaxation_behavior
- noun a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry. — synonyms: easiness
- noun an occurrence of control or strength weakening. — synonyms: loosening, slackening
- noun freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility). — synonyms: rest, ease, repose
- noun a method of solving simultaneous equations by guessing a solution and then reducing the errors that result by successive approximations until all the errors are less than some specified amount. — synonyms: relaxation_method
- noun the act of making less strict. — synonyms: liberalization, liberalisation
Examples
- “the easiness we feel when sleeping”
- “the relaxation of requirements”
- “the loosening of his grip”