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relaxante

[ʁə.la.ʃɐ̃.tə]
adjective/nounmasculine/femininepl: relaxantes
relaxing/muscle relaxant
1. (adjective) Producing a state of relaxation; soothing or calming
The massage was very relaxing.
A massagem foi muito relaxante.
2. (noun) A medication or substance that reduces muscle tension or promotes relaxation
The doctor prescribed a muscle relaxant for the pain.
O médico prescreveu um relaxante muscular para a dor.
3. (adjective) Easing tension or stress; calming to the mind
Listening to music is relaxing for me.
Ouvir música é relaxante para mim.
Synonyms
calmantetranquilizantesedativoapaziguador
Antonyms
estimulanteexcitanteagitador

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
relaxante
Standard usage in both adjective and noun forms
Portugal
relaxante
Standard usage, though 'calmante' is also common

Related Idioms & Phrases

ambiente relaxante - relaxing atmosphere
música relaxante - soothing music
banho relaxante - relaxing bath
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