"Loosen" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"loosen" Definition
- [transitive, intransitive] loosen (something) to make something less tight or strongly fixed; to become less tight or strongly fixed synonym slacken
- [transitive] loosen something to make a piece of clothing, hair, etc. loose, when it has been tied or fastened
- [transitive] loosen your hands, hold, etc. to hold somebody/something less tightly
- [transitive] loosen something to make something weaker or less carefully managed than before synonym relax
"loosen" Synonyms & Antonyms
"loosen" synonyms:
- slacken,
- loose,
- untighten,
- slack,
- ease,
- relax,
- release,
- become-loose,
- become-slack,
- make-slack,
- slacken-off,
- make-lax,
- unclench,
- let-go,
- make-looser,
- unknot,
- become-looser,
- open,
- free
"loosen" antonyms:
- tighten,
- strain,
- stretch,
- tense,
- tension,
- tauten,
- brace,
- flex,
- stiffen,
- contract,
- knot,
- screw-up,
- tense-up,
- squinch-up,
- tighten-up,
- straighten,
- pull-tight,
- firm-up,
- bridle