Meaning of the word slacken in English

What does slacken mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

slacken

US /ˈslæk.ən/

UK /ˈslæk.ən/

make or become less active or intense

Example:

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The rain began to slacken.

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He needs to slacken his pace if he wants to finish the marathon.

Synonym:

loosen relax ease abate diminish

Antonym:

tighten intensify accelerate

loosen (something, especially a rope or cable)

Example:

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He told them to slacken the ropes.

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The sailor had to slacken the sail to catch the wind.

Synonym:

loosen relax ease

Antonym:

tighten tauten