relaxant
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈlæksənt/
KK: /rɪˈlæksənt/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that helps to make a person feel calm or less tense.
Example
The doctor prescribed a relaxant to help ease her anxiety before the surgery.
Conversation
Have you tried that new yoga class yet?
Not yet, but I've heard it’s really relaxant.
I think it could help with my stress levels.
Definitely! I need something to help me unwind too.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
calming
soothing
tranquil
Antonyms
stimulating
exciting
tense
noun
Definition
A substance or treatment that helps to reduce tension in the muscles or nerves, making a person feel more relaxed.
Example
The doctor prescribed a relaxant to help ease her muscle pain after the injury.
Conversation
I’ve been feeling really tense lately, and I think I need a good relaxant to help me unwind.
That sounds like a good idea! Have you tried anything yet?
Not yet, but I was thinking about some herbal tea as a natural relaxant.
Root Explanation
Relaxant → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "laxare" (meaning to loosen). The word describes something that loosens or alleviates tension again, providing a sense of relaxation.
Memory Tip
Think of 'loosening' ('laxare') something 'again' ('re-') — that's why a relaxant helps to relieve tension.
Visually Confused Words
replant
reliant