Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Loosening.
Loosening - as a noun
An occurrence of control or strength weakening
Example: "The relaxation of requirements"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
relaxation17slackening17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weakening17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of making something less tight
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
laxation15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adjustment20alteration10modification20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
tightening15Loosening - as a verb
To make loose.
Example: "After the thanksgiving meal, bill loosened his belt."
To become loose.
Example: "I noticed that my seatbelt had gradually loosened during the journey."
To disengage (a device that restrains).
To become unfastened or undone.
To free from restraint; to set at liberty.
To relieve (the bowels) from constipation; to promote defecation.
To create a breach or rift between (two parties).
To sail away (from the shore).
Example Sentences
"The loosening of the screws caused the furniture to fall apart."
"The doctor recommended the loosening of the bandage for better blood circulation."
"The loosening of regulations in the industry led to increased competition."
"The construction workers were responsible for the loosening of the soil before building the foundation."
"The loosening of the jar lid required some effort to open."
Word Game Points
Is LOOSENING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, loosening is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LOOSENING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is LOOSENING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, loosening is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLOOSENING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is LOOSENING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, loosening is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLOOSENING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
