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easygoing

|eas-y-go-ing|

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/ˌiːziˈɡoʊɪŋ/

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/ˌiːziˈɡəʊɪŋ/

relaxed and tolerant

Etymology
Etymology Information

'easygoing' originates from the combination of 'easy' and 'going', where 'easy' meant 'not difficult' and 'going' referred to 'movement or progress'.

Historical Evolution

'easygoing' evolved from the Middle English word 'easie' and 'going', eventually becoming the modern English word 'easygoing'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'progressing without difficulty', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relaxed and tolerant'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relaxed and tolerant in approach or manner.

He has an easygoing attitude towards life.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39