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

Athorp’s easygoing, unassuming demeanor belies his decades-long experience and expertise, which are rooted in the knowledge passed down by his Indigenous ancestors. — Kate Nelson, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026

With an easygoing confidence and calming presence, Chen is the oncologist who treated Beverly after her diagnosis. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2026

Rivers Edge by Sherwin-Williams Amy Wax, an interior color specialist, suggests easygoing neutrals to make a room feel more cohesive, like Sherwin-Williams’ Rivers Edge. — Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 26 Oct. 2026

And this ensemble—made up of a featherweight turtleneck, a thicker wool sweater, and easygoing trousers—should get you through your day as comfortably as possible. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 20 Oct. 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