low-maintenance

Needs little attention

Low-maintenance describes something or someone requiring little effort to keep in good condition.

A low-maintenance garden needs minimal watering and weeding.

Low-maintenance friendships don't demand constant attention.

Applied to people, it suggests someone easygoing who doesn't need much reassurance or entertainment: She's pretty low-maintenance—happy with pizza and a movie.

effortless

easygoing

Relaxed in temperament

convenient · manageable · straightforward · trouble-free · low-key · practical · easy-care · unfussy · casual · relaxed

minimalist

simple

Free of complexity

uncluttered · basic · no-frills · plain · understated · sleek · neat · compact · efficient · spartan

durable

hardwearing

Resistant to damage

resilient · heavy-duty · rugged · weatherproof · tough · wear-resistant · reinforced · solid · enduring · dependable

self-sufficient

independent

Free from external control

self-regulating · self-contained · self-supporting · drought-tolerant · self-watering · self-propelled · automated · hands-free · autopilot · self-cleaning

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effort required

low-maintenancehigh-maintenance

Requiring excessive attention

labor-intensive · demanding · time-consuming · work-intensive · burdensome

emotional/interpersonal demands

low-maintenancehigh-maintenance

Requiring excessive attention

needy · demanding · clingy · fussy · difficult

complexity of care

low-maintenancehigh-maintenance

Requiring excessive attention

finicky · temperamental · delicate · sensitive · persnickety

Family

lower, maintain, lowest, maintenance, lowered, lowering, maintained, maintaining, maintains

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G