easygoing

adjective

ˌē-zē-ˈgō-iŋ How to pronounce easygoing (audio)
Definition of easygoingnext
1
as in casual
having a relaxed, casual manner counselors at the summer camp are pretty easygoing

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2
as in relaxed
not bound by rigid standards some men are pretty easygoing about housekeeping

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Recent Examples of easygoing The owner and chef-manager are ever-present, easygoing, homegrown guys, and long-time staff are devoted locals. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 29 July 2026 The Los Angeles actor captures the easygoing professionalism that often places him between the clashing personalities of Shaw and Dreyfuss. — Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026 The Mother Mary actress and Homer goofed off for the camera with co-star Hayes Warner, showing off their easygoing friendship. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 July 2026 The golden tones are scattered throughout Gerber's rich brunette base, mostly concentrated near her face and in the mid-lengths to add a warm, easygoing brightness. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for easygoing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for easygoing
  1. casual
  2. relaxed
  3. unaffected
  4. flexible
  5. mellow
  6. nonchalant
  7. affable
  8. informal
Adjective
  • The space is brighter at breakfast, and a more casual vibe prevails throughout.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Animal print footwear has been trending this year, and Anne Hathaway proved that there is a casual-cool way to embrace it.
    — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of casual
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  • Made from skin-friendly organic cotton, this relaxed quilt is designed for year-round comfort.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The fit strikes the right balance between relaxed and tailored — not too baggy, not too fitted — while the raw hem adds a modern, lived-in finish.
    — Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of relaxed
Adjective
  • The version included in the NDAA limits the restrictions solely to military procurement, leaving commercial imports and private-sector sales unaffected for now.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 24 July 2026
  • If approved by voters, the measure, backed by the Coalition for a Healthy Massachusetts, would outlaw recreational cannabis sales and home cultivation, though adult possession and medical cannabis programs would remain unaffected.
    — A.J. Herrington, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of unaffected
Adjective
  • The water-rich, flexible gel made from biotech fascinated her.
    — Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Gloves combine heavy-duty heat resistance with a flexible, comfortable fit for grilling, smoking, cooking and handling hot equipment.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • The middle ground can be a worthwhile frontier, as evinced by the mellow, incense-scented soft rock of an album like Clairo’s Charm, and the Sullivans explore that same blissful, lived-in palette.
    — W. Reed Putnam, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026
  • Pour shrub into a clean jar; cover with lid and chill until flavors come together and mellow, about 1 week.
    — Christina Chaey, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2026
Definition of mellow
Adjective
  • After William and Kate were so nonchalant, staff turned to historical clippings about how to proceed, according to Myers.
    — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 July 2026
  • The nonchalant stadium style Victoria Beckham embraced while rooting for England’s national team was at times an attraction in itself.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 19 July 2026
Definition of nonchalant
Adjective
  • His endurance as an affable leading man, capable of keeping the audience on the side of a textually hubristic war general, is likely to at least earn him a third Best Actor nomination.
    — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 22 July 2026
  • Since missing the cut at the PGA, the affable Englishman has rattled off five straight top-15 finishes.
    — Justin Ray, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Definition of affable
Adjective
  • The service Low-key and informal with free-roaming check-in staff.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • From the outside, the leadership style can appear overly gentle, patient or informal.
    — Jessica Hill Holm, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
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