adjective
relaxing
Helping someone feel calm and less tense.
A warm bath feels relaxing after a long, busy day.
Etymology
The source means loosening. A relaxing activity figuratively loosens tension, allowing a person to become calmer and less strained.
More examples
- She finds gardening relaxing, even when there are weeds to pull.
- We spend a relaxing afternoon reading on the porch.
- Soft music makes the waiting room more relaxing.
Forms
relaxing
relax verb — To become or make someone less tense.
relaxation noun — A state of calm and reduced tension.