laid-back

adjective

ˈlād-ˈbak How to pronounce laid-back (audio)
Definition of laid-backnext
as in casual
having a relaxed, casual manner a laid-back fisherman, he didn't really care if he caught anything, being content to relax and enjoy the sunshine

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Recent Examples of laid-back On the Florida Panhandle in a region known as the Forgotten Coast, Gulf County serves as an ideal spot for a laid-back, uncrowded family beach vacation in the Sunshine State. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026 Downward Dog also distinguished itself from dozens of broad, jokey, try-hard broadcast comedies with its more laid-back, gentle but never cloying tone. — Judy Berman, Time, 11 Aug. 2026 Whether your style leans more feminine, classic, or laid-back, these easy-to-accessorize showstoppers are here to help. — India Roby, Glamour, 28 July 2026 Some are lively, with stylish boutique hotel openings that draw a trendy crowd; the very best ones, in my opinion, are laid-back, too unpolished for TikTok, and probably a bit of a pain to get to. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for laid-back
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laid-back
  1. casual
  2. mellow
  3. unaffected
  4. nonchalant
  5. easygoing
  6. informal
  7. flexible
  8. affable
Adjective
  • The Clubhouse Restaurant provides a more casual option, serving familiar comfort food alongside some of the most spectacular views in Europe.
    — Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Keep it casual and stylish by pairing your maxi skirt and white tee with your comfy walking shoes for daytime sightseeing without totally sticking out like a tourist.
    — Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of casual
Adjective
  • Guests can also use the mellow co-working space above Parklet for free.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Stoddard encourages clients to try new coping tools during low-stakes moments, when their emotions are relatively mellow.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of mellow
Adjective
  • The same statement also said that construction and installation at facilities unaffected by the fire would continue as normal and that air quality was being continuously monitored.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The rest of the facility was unaffected with no other injuries reported, according to hospital officials and witnesses.
    — Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of unaffected
Adjective
  • The plan is to keep being nonchalant about the whole thing, and hopefully their fan base will continue to grow.
    — Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Opting for a baggier jean style immediately reads more nonchalant, giving the overall outfit a cooler look.
    — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of nonchalant
Adjective
  • Beers from every corner of the globe snagged World’s Best titles in categories that run the gamut—from classic pilsners and hearty bocks to dark-as-night schwarzbier, easygoing helles and even light lagers.
    — Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The Beach House Motel & Suites Part of the appeal of Oak Island is its easygoing nature.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of easygoing
Adjective
  • Currently, informal waste pickers and scrap collectors make up a large portion of Vietnam’s collection system, so the new policy also will factor in that labor so that workers aren’t left behind.
    — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Jeffries met privately with Kushner, a powerful but informal adviser to Trump, several weeks ago.
    — Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of informal
Adjective
  • Thickness, though, is not always an option—optical films have to stay clear, protective layers on aircraft have to stay light and flexible, and the barriers on outdoor electronics are thin by design.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Soft loafers are also resonating for their lightweight, flexible construction and polished look without sacrificing comfort.
    — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • The low-key Warren is an affable conversationalist, whether revisiting his traumatic upbringing after losing both parents and long stretches of homelessness, or explaining his excitement about his new music.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • There was no sign of the usual easy-going, affable nature that has been so indicative of Joe Root’s personality in his 14 years as an England cricketer.
    — Paul Newman, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of affable

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“Laid-back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laid-back. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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