relax

/ɹɪˈlæks/verb
Elementary
1

To make something loose.

2

To relieve from constipation; to loosen; to open.

3

To become loose.

4

To relieve (someone or someone's mind) of stress; to enable to rest; to calm down.

5

To rest and become relieved of stress.

6

To make something less severe or tense.

7

To become less severe or tense.

8

To make something (such as codes and regulations) more lenient.

9

To become more lenient.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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