easygoing
adjective
-ˈgȯ(-)iŋ \
Definition of easygoing
1a : relaxed and casual in style or manner an easygoing boss
b : morally lax
2 : unhurried, comfortable an easygoing pace
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Synonyms & Antonyms for easygoing
Synonyms
affable, breezy, devil-may-care, happy-go-lucky, laid-back, low-pressure, mellow
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As a teenager in England, Fincham-Gray was enchanted by the TV adaptations of James Herriot’s best-selling books, which made a vet’s life seem as easygoing as a country stroll. — Mark Athitakis, USA TODAY, "For this vet, sometimes the owners are the most difficult patients: New book," 17 Apr. 2018 Their full trust in me and easygoing attitudes helped validate my skill set and boost my confidence. — Sunset, "6 Gourmet Backpacking Recipes for a Tasty Adventure," 22 Jan. 2018 While Maheen was brooding and detail-oriented, Angelo was easygoing. — Lauren Smiley, WIRED, "The Mission to Build the Ultimate Burger Bot," 21 June 2018 An easygoing man with a sharp sense of humor who was also an able storyteller, Mr. Gamber liked meeting with friends for a few drinks at Grand Cru in Belvedere Square. — Frederick N. Rasmussen, baltimoresun.com, "Lawrence L. Gamber III, architectural draftsman, dies," 7 July 2018 Upon arriving in Afghanistan, Mr. Sarkisian, a jolly, easygoing man, became friends with Zahir Shah, the king, who insisted that the couple extend their eight-month stay to three-and-a-half years. — Tara Bahrampour, Washington Post, "Leo Sarkisian, who brought African music to listeners around the world, dies at 97," 30 June 2018 Sandler’s on 9th | Washington Square West Former Palm Restaurant general manager Paul Sandler is behind this easygoing American specializing in burgers and all-day breakfast (opens at 7 a.m. daily) at the Franklin (Ninth and Chestnut Streets). — Michael Klein, Philly.com, "Your dining guide to the new A.C. casinos | Let's Eat," 27 June 2018 But in the studio, his new record label, Impulse, wanted easygoing songbook albums that would win over reviewers and buyers. — Marc Myers, WSJ, "‘Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album’ Review: Sitting in the Studio With Coltrane," 18 June 2018 Former Cardinals general manager Bing Devine once said the secret to Schoendienst's longevity probably was his easygoing nature. — Houston Chronicle, "Red Schoendienst dies at 95, was oldest living Hall of Famer," 6 June 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'easygoing.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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easygoing
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of easygoing
: relaxed and informal
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