laid back
Easy, not uptight
Laid back describes a relaxed, easygoing attitude or atmosphere.
A laid-back person doesn't get worked up easily: He's pretty laid back about deadlines.
A laid-back vibe suggests casual comfort without pressure or pretension.
The term emerged from 1970s California culture and retains associations with mellow, unhurried living.
Relaxed in temperament
- relaxedFree of stress
- carefreeFree from anxiety
- happy-go-luckyCheerfully indifferent to troubles
- mellowSoft, ripe, relaxed
chill · cool · unflappable · even-tempered · affable · amiable · genial · good-natured
Done without urgency
- unhurriedTaking one's time
- slow-pacedLacking speed or urgency
- unstressedWithout rhythmic emphasis
- carefreeFree from anxiety
simple · easy · undemanding · relaxed · peaceful · quiet · restful · idyllic
Relaxed and informal
- informalRelaxed, not official
- relaxedFree of stress
- comfortablePhysically at ease
- cozyWarm and snug
unpretentious · homey · low-key · breezy · loose · simple · down-to-earth · welcoming
Free from agitation
- composedCalm and self-possessed
- nonchalantCalmly unconcerned
- unruffledEmotionally undisturbed, placid
- coolheadedCalm when stressed
level-headed · collected · poised · unbothered · unfazed · imperturbable · stoic · serene
easygoing
Relaxed in temperament
- relaxedFree of stress
- carefreeFree from anxiety
- happy-go-luckyCheerfully indifferent to troubles
mellow · chill · cool · unflappable · even-tempered · affable · amiable · genial · good-natured · agreeable
leisurely
Done without urgency
- unhurriedTaking one's time
- slow-pacedLacking speed or urgency
- unstressedWithout rhythmic emphasis
carefree · simple · easy · undemanding · relaxed · peaceful · quiet · restful · idyllic · balanced
casual
Relaxed and informal
- informalRelaxed, not official
- relaxedFree of stress
- comfortablePhysically at ease
cozy · unpretentious · homey · low-key · breezy · loose · simple · down-to-earth · welcoming · leisurely
calm
Free from agitation
- composedCalm and self-possessed
- nonchalantCalmly unconcerned
- unruffledEmotionally undisturbed, placid
coolheaded · level-headed · collected · poised · unbothered · unfazed · imperturbable · stoic · serene · tranquil
- relaxationrelax, naps, break, rest, calm
- slang moodsbummed, chill, cranky, edgy, grumpy
- casual thingscasual wear, relaxed, informal, easygoing, chill
- island timeslow pace, relaxation, no rush, hammock, siesta
- resting positionslie down, lie flat, recline, repose, prone
- calming phrasesstay calm, calm down, relax, keep your cool, take it easy
laid backintense
Extreme in degree
driven · frantic · hard-driving · hyperactive · hurried
laid backrigid
Unable to bend
uptight · strict · demanding · by-the-book · inflexible