Easygoing Definition & Meaning

easygoing
adjective
  1. not hurried or forced; "an easy walk around the block"; "at a leisurely (or easygoing) pace"
  2. not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship; "what a cushy job!"; "the easygoing life of a parttime consultant"; "a soft job"
  3. relaxed and informal in attitude or standards; "an easygoing teacher who allowed extra time for assignments"

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