easygoing

adjective

easy·​go·​ing ˌē-zē-ˈgō-iŋ 

-ˈgȯ(-)iŋ

1

a

: relaxed and casual in style or manner

an easygoing boss

b

: morally lax

2

: unhurried, comfortable

an easygoing pace

easygoingness noun

Synonyms

• affable
• breezy
• devil-may-care
• happy-go-lucky
• laid-back
• low-pressure
• mellow

Examples of easygoing in a Sentence

counselors at the summer camp are pretty easygoing

some men are pretty easygoing about housekeeping

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s a warmth and easygoing naturalism to Wong’s performance that makes these scenes both compelling and rewarding. —Richard Kuipers, Variety, 29 Oct. 2024

Both embody the easygoing nature of fall dressing, thanks to their relaxed silhouettes and consistent wearability. —Laura Jackson, Vogue, 5 Sep. 2024

Indeed, all the guys embrace the activity with gusto — hoping to impress Joan with their easygoing nature and athletic prowess. —Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024

She is dressed in an easygoing black suit with a plain white blouse, a few pearls on a double necklace, and black patent leather heels. —Nathan Heller, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1674, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

easygoing

adjective

easy·​go·​ing ˌē-zē-ˈgō-iŋ 

: taking life easy : carefree

easygoingness noun