Synonyms of decompressing

Noun


1. decompression, decompressing, easing, easement, alleviation, relief

usage: relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure)

Verb


1. decompress, uncompress, restore, reconstruct

usage: restore to its uncompressed form; "decompress data"

2. depressurize, depressurise, decompress, adjust, set, correct

usage: decrease the pressure of; "depressurize the cabin in the air plane"

3. relax, loosen up, unbend, unwind, decompress, slow down, change state, turn

usage: become less tense, rest, or take one's ease; "He relaxed in the hot tub"; "Let's all relax after a hard day's work"

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