easy-going

UK: ˌiːzi ˈɡəʊɪŋ | US: ˌiːzi ˈɡoʊɪŋ

Definition

  1. adj. relaxed and tolerant in attitude or manner

  2. adj. not easily upset or stressed

Structure
easy <comfortable>going <moving/behaving>
Etymology

The word "easy-going" combines "easy," derived from Old French "aisie" (comfortable), and "going," from Old English "gān" (to move or behave). It emerged in the 18th century to describe someone who moves through life with little stress, metaphorically extending the idea of physical ease to temperament. The hyphenated form preserves the compound's literal logic: "going easily" through challenges.

Examples

  1. Her easy-going nature makes her popular at work.

  2. He’s too easy-going to worry about minor delays.

  3. The teacher’s easy-going approach puts students at ease.

  4. An easy-going attitude helps in adapting to new cultures.

  5. They chose an easy-going vacation with no strict itinerary.