ἄνεσις
Etym. ἀνίημι
I. "a loosening, relaxing" of strings, Plat., etc.
2. metaph. "remission, abatement", κακῶν Hdt.; ἄν. φόρων, τελῶν "remission" of tribute, taxes, Plut.
3. "relaxation, recreation", Plat., Arist.
II. "a letting loose, indulgence, license", Plat., Arist.