Top synonyms for “lax”: loose, slack, drooping, droopy, floppy, limp, loose, loose-jointed, and 7 more below.
Definitions
- (adjective)emptying easily or excessively“loose bowels”
- (adjective)lacking in rigor or strictness“such lax and slipshod ways are no longer acceptable”
- (adjective)lacking in firmness or tension; not taut“a lax rope”
- (adjective)pronounced with muscles of the tongue and jaw relatively relaxed (e.g., the vowel sound in `bet')
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "lax"?
Common synonyms for "lax" include loose, slack, drooping, droopy, floppy, limp. Our thesaurus lists 15 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "lax"?
Antonyms for "lax" include tense. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "lax" mean?
emptying easily or excessively Example: "loose bowels"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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