UNWIND Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

unwind

verb

ˌən-ˈwīnd

Definition of unwind

as in to relax

to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety soft music and a good book help me unwind

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

tense (up)

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of unwind And Hive has space to unwind under the starry night sky or below the ocean’s surface, thanks to an underwater lounge and an observation lounge with a retractable roof. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2026 Aspen at Manchester Spread across nine acres just outside Manchester Center, Aspen at Manchester offers plenty of room to unwind. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2026 Indulge in an otherworldly spa treatment or unwind with a summer cocktail—your intention informs your itinerary. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 Can liberal reformers unwind authoritarian state capture without, themselves, engaging in at least a little bit of illiberalism? — Will Freeman, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unwind

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwind

relax

Verb

The third, Surrender, is a massage performed in water, in which the buoyancy and warmth allow the body to completely relax and let go.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026
Because of the data center being built in his backyard, Butters’ television loses power constantly, leaving him unable to relax and watch his beloved videos.

— Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 1 Oct. 2026