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 of easygoing

• casual
• unaffected
• mellow
• nonchalant
• flexible
• affable
• informal
• familiar
• breezy
• low-pressure
• laid-back

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

For Latin-Caribbean fusion, MosaCaña bar and kitchen provides an electric atmosphere, eclectic flavors, and easygoing, friendly staff. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026

There’s an easygoing charm to this handwoven rug that recalls vintage Scandinavian textiles. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026

Their firmer textures stay intact in the boozy liquid, and their easygoing flavors won’t overpower your drink. — Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 June 2026

The easygoing hotel centers on the pool, where bands perform some evenings, and people gather around fire pits with margaritas and beers. — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1674, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for easygoing

• bestowing
• churchgoing
• elbowing
• fallowing
• farrowing
• foregoing
• forgoing
• ongoing
• outflowing
• outgoing
• outgrowing
• seagoing

Kids Definition

easygoing

adjective

easy·​go·​ing ˌē-zē-ˈgō-iŋ 

: taking life easy : carefree

easygoingness noun