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Meaning of slacken
to become or make something less tight, less severe, or less active
Etymology of slacken
The word "slacken" has its roots in Old English "slacian," which means "to slacken" or "to loosen," and is related to the word "slac," meaning "slack" or "loose."
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, initially to describe the act of loosening or relaxing something, and later to describe a decrease in intensity or severity.
Synonyms
Definitions
- to become or make something less tight, less severe, or less active
- * to reduce the intensity or severity of something
- * to decrease the speed or rate of something
Usage Examples
- The storm will slacken by tomorrow morning, bringing clearer skies and lighter winds.
- * The company's sales have begun to slacken, prompting a review of their marketing strategy.
- * As the day wore on, the hikers' pace began to slacken, and they stopped to rest and eat.
Antonyms
tighten
increase
intensify
strengthen
enhance
augment
amplify
accelerate
hasten
expedite
facilitate
sharpen
heighten
invigorate
energize
stimulate
activate
energize
revitalize
renew