laxity

noun

lax·​ity ˈlak-sə-tē How to pronounce laxity (audio)
Synonyms of laxitynext
: the quality or state of being lax

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Dermatologists, retailers and founders are all rushing to serve glp-1 users experiencing facial deflation, laxity and shedding. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2026 The facial fat pads that create fullness in the cheeks and temples sometimes shrink faster than skin can retract, producing a characteristic hollowing and laxity. — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 What’s more, there’s also vitamin C and glutathione for antioxidant protection, and peptides to address skin’s laxity. — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 July 2026 Every Day The sun’s UV rays are notoriously damaging, and SPF is easily your best defense against visible signs of aging like laxity, sun spots, and wrinkling. — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for laxity

Word History

First Known Use

1528, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of laxity was in 1528

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“Laxity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laxity. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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laxity

noun
lax·​ity ˈlak-sət-ē How to pronounce laxity (audio)
: the quality or state of being lax

Medical Definition

laxity

noun
lax·​i·​ty ˈlak-sət-ē How to pronounce laxity (audio)
plural laxities
: the quality or state of being loose
a certain laxity of the bowels
ligamentous laxity

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