laid-back

or laid·back

[ leyd-bak ]

adjective

, Slang.

1. relaxed or unhurried:

   laid-back music rhythms.

2. free from stress; easygoing; carefree:

   a laid-back way of living.

laid-back

adjective

1. informal.
   relaxed in style, character, or behaviour; easy-going and unhurried

Word History and Origins

Origin of laid-back¹

1905–10, for an earlier sense; 1970–75 for current sense

Example Sentences

Visit laid-back mansions or an icon’s personal gallery, or marvel at the region’s natural landscapes and glamorous history.

From Los Angeles Times

The evening did not turn Baker, who radiates a gentle, laid-back vibe, into a strip-club regular.

From Los Angeles Times

The laid-back earworm about a secret affair caught the attention of reggaeton giants Bad Bunny and J Balvin who hopped on a remix.

From Los Angeles Times

The smooth, padded lambskin provides ample laid-back comfort, whether you’ve got kids in tow or not.

From Los Angeles Times

Astronauts are pre-selected for personal attributes - tolerant, laid-back, calm - and trained to work as a team.

From BBC

Related Words

• easygoing
• mellow