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easy-going

ADJECTIVE
easygoing
Synonyms
STRONGEST
breezy carefree casual even-tempered happy-go-lucky laid-back mild offhand placid relaxed self-possessed serene tranquil unhurried
WEAK
adaptable amenable calm collected complacent complaisant composed devil-may-care equable flexible free and easy hang-loose indolent indulgent informal insouciant lazy lenient liberal low-pressure moderate nonchalant patient permissive poised slack soft tolerant unaffected unconcerned uncritical undemanding uninhibited unpretentious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agitated deliberate excited nervous planned troubled violent worried
WEAK
critical demanding hurried hyped intolerant strict strong upset

Example Sentences

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That easy-going, free-flowing approach is all over the record – whose stories of love and loss are conveyed with an easy informality, like your best friend spilling their secrets.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

It might seem daunting to drive into the hulking mountains surrounding L.A., but there are many easy-going and family-friendly adventures to be had in Angeles National Forest.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2025

Campbell was known for his seemingly effortless style of play and calm and easy-going demeanor.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025

Gabriel said the family affected was "easy-going, calm and lovely".

From BBC • May 30, 2025

Its owner, Mr. Pilkington, was an easy-going gentleman farmer who spent most of his time in fishing or hunting according to the season.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell