slackening
/ˈslækənɪŋ/
noun
- The process of becoming slower, looser, or less intense.
- There was a noticeable slackening of the wind as the storm passed.
- The slackening of demand led to lower prices for electronics.
- He felt a slackening of tension in his shoulders after the massage.
Antonyms
adjective
- Becoming slower, looser, or less intense.
- The slackening rope needed to be tightened before the climb.
- With slackening interest, the audience began to leave the theater.
- The slackening pace of the runner showed she was getting tired.