easygoing

adjective

easy·​go·​ing ˌē-zē-ˈgō-iŋ How to pronounce easygoing (audio)
-ˈgȯ(-)iŋ
Synonyms of easygoingnext
1
a
: relaxed and casual in style or manner
an easygoing boss
b
: morally lax
2
: unhurried, comfortable
an easygoing pace
easygoingness noun

Examples of easygoing in a Sentence

counselors at the summer camp are pretty easygoing some men are pretty easygoing about housekeeping
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The question for Britain is whether his easygoing charm and gift for communication will be enough to successfully lead a grumpy, stagnant country that has already had six prime ministers since the Brexit referendum in 2016. Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 19 June 2026 That said, its mid-calf length keeps things casual and easygoing — as does the lightweight fabric — so nothing about it feels overly restrictive. Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 18 June 2026 What really sets Salida apart is the town’s easygoing, no-frills atmosphere. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026 From Waterfront Dining to Sunset Cocktails At Drift on the Beach, the resort's signature open-air restaurant, dinner is elevated but maintains the barefoot, easygoing spirit people clamor to the Keys for. Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for easygoing

Word History

First Known Use

1674, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of easygoing was in 1674

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“Easygoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/easygoing. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

easygoing

adjective
easy·​go·​ing ˌē-zē-ˈgō-iŋ How to pronounce easygoing (audio)
: taking life easy : carefree
easygoingness noun

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