EASY GOING Synonyms: 97 Similar and Opposite Words

easygoing

adjective

ˌē-zē-ˈgō-iŋ

Definition of easygoing

as in casual

having a relaxed, casual manner counselors at the summer camp are pretty easygoing

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as in relaxed

not bound by rigid standards some men are pretty easygoing about housekeeping

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Recent Examples of easygoing The 30-year-old Ruiz has an air of authority, the elder statesman beside the engaging Kvaratskhelia and the easygoing Dembele. — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 The youngest of eight siblings, Robert was funny, easygoing and athletic. — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026 The easygoing Mexican brunch, lunch and dinner spot became a Wesley Heights favorite for its authentic tacos, frozen drinks and stewed pork shoulder pozole rojo served with hominy, shredded cabbage, onions and cilantro over fresh tostadas. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026 The twee-adjacent silhouette feels slightly preppy, but is still sweet and easygoing enough for everyday. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for easygoing

Recent Examples of Synonyms for easygoing

Adjective

Venus in your communication zone connects awkwardly with Uranus in your career sector, making a message, comment, post, or casual idea more visible than intended.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
These Pact leggings are designed for everyday wear and look great with oversized sweaters and knee-high boots, blousy tops and ballet flats, or sneakers and an oversized flannel shirt for a more casual ensemble.

— Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of casual

Adjective

Spotted hyenas signal one-on-one playfulness with a relaxed open mouth.

— J. B. MacKinnon, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
The animal was far from sprinting, instead taking a relaxed stroll at a speed surprisingly comparable to a human walking briskly to catch a bus.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of relaxed

Adjective

One thing that would remain is the BNA three-letter designation, which would be unaffected by an official name change.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026
Like its middle-aged protagonist, the movie is straightforward and unaffected, and compellingly so.

— Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of unaffected

Adjective

Esben Snoer Iversen Denmark’s Culture Ministry emphasized regional cooperation and flexible funding as the media landscape evolves.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026
Or Hwang could venture into the more flexible surplus lines market, made up of largely out-of-state carriers that specialize in high-risk insurance sold without price controls or state backing.

— Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

Typically spotted in gardens, parks and woodlands, Turdus merula is a familiar sight across Europe, with a song that’s rich, mellow and flutelike.

— Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
Regardless of the crush of bodies, the vibe at Lowboy is mellow, with seasonal drinks, a delectable menu of bar food, a cute patio—and, of course, a smashburger that is to die for.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of mellow

Adjective

Just a rugged man in a stream There is, of course, nothing nonchalant about the exchange.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Then Gurov takes that famous bite of watermelon, a metaphor for what has just happened and his nonchalant reaction to it.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of nonchalant

Adjective

The affable Belgian designer, who rose to fashion fame thanks to his 11-year stint helming Y/Project, further cemented his fashion profile last year by taking up the reins of Maison Margiela, succeeding John Galliano.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026
Behind, a frieze of listless, phallus-dragging men and affable, gabbing women cross the horizon.

— Walker Mimms, The New York Review of Books, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of affable

Adjective

Despite its informal format, the encounter carries considerable symbolic significance after decades of strained relations between Washington and Caracas.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026
College football kickers have started communicating with each other through informal group chats and social media to negotiate contracts, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

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