happy-go-lucky

adjective

hap·​py-go-lucky ˌha-pē-gō-ˈlə-kē 

: blithely unconcerned : carefree

Synonyms of happy-go-lucky

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

Examples of happy-go-lucky in a Sentence

he is completely happy-go-lucky on fishing trips—if he catches something, fine; if he doesn't, that's fine, too

went on her happy-go-lucky way, totally unaware that she was strewing litter behind her

Recent Examples on the Web

Maybe that’s why stories of happy-go-lucky, child-free men suddenly confronted with ensuring a child’s well-being—think About a Boy, or even the patently absurd Three Men and a Baby—often resonate. — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 6 Nov. 2026

The duo wants to be there for the good, the bad, and the questionably smelly while sprinkling some happy-go-lucky magic over all of it. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026

And new blood, along with talent and a happy-go-lucky personality for a team that probably feels pretty beaten down. — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026

Friends and relatives of Joey described him as a polite, happy-go-lucky kid who would strike up a conversation with anyone. — Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for happy-go-lucky

• bucky
• lucky
• mucky
• plucky
• unlucky

Kids Definition

happy-go-lucky

adjective

hap·​py-go-lucky

ˌhap-ē-gō-ˈlək-ē

: cheerfully unconcerned : carefree