verb
chillax
chih-LAKS
Chillax (verb) means to relax completely and stop worrying about something. Example: “Just chillax, the exam isn't until next week.”
verb
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To relax completely and stop worrying about something.
"Just chillax, the exam isn't until next week."
"They spent Sunday chillaxing on the sofa."
How to use chillax
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA playful way of saying "relax" or "calm down".
When to use it
Very informal slang — avoid in formal writing.
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- chillaxes
- Past tense
- chillaxed
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Etymology
An informal blend of "chill" and "relax", first recorded around the mid-1990s.
Class of 1990
chillax joined the language around 1990.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “chillax” mean?
The word “chillax” means to relax completely and stop worrying about something. In plain terms, a playful way of saying "relax" or "calm down".
How do you pronounce “chillax”?
“Chillax” is pronounced chih-LAKS (/t͡ʃɪˈlæks/ in IPA).
How do you use “chillax” in a sentence?
Here is “chillax” used in a sentence: “Just chillax, the exam isn't until next week.”
What is another word for “chillax”?
Words with a similar meaning to “chillax” include chill out, relax and unwind.
What is the opposite of “chillax”?
The opposite of “chillax” — its antonyms — are get worked up, stress oneself, get riled up, behave badly and misbehave.
What part of speech is “chillax”?
“Chillax” is a verb.
Where does the word “chillax” come from?
The word “chillax” dates back to around 1990. An informal blend of "chill" and "relax", first recorded around the mid-1990s.
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