Drudge and Relax

Opposite meaning words

Drudge verb - To devote serious and sustained effort.

Usage example: factory workers who must drudge all day at repetitive tasks

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Relax is an antonym for drudge.

Nearby Words: drudgery, drudging

Relax verb - To refrain from labor or exertion.

Usage example: I just want to kick back and relax after mowing that huge lawn

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Drudge is an antonym for relax.

Nearby Words: relaxed, relaxation, relaxing

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