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

Instead, the board opts for the happy-go-lucky concert attendee kicking back a beer or two as its foil to scary THC use. —Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026

Perhaps the happy-go-lucky Heisman Trophy winner and national champion can help uplift a team desperate for a spark and new leadership. —C J Doon, Sun Sentinel, 20 Jan. 2026

Aspiring actor Jason Cohen is a happy-go-lucky server who has charmed everyone at SUR. —Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2025

Of course, title notwithstanding, this opener is as gleeful as the rest of the record, as Swift sings about being rescued from a descent into Shakespearian madness by her happy-go-lucky baller. —Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025

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