unhurried

Taking one's time

Unhurried describes a pace free from rush or pressure—calm, deliberate, leisurely.

An unhurried breakfast allows time to enjoy the meal.

An unhurried approach suggests careful consideration rather than haste.

The word carries positive connotations of ease and composure: She spoke in an unhurried voice that put everyone at ease.

patient

waiting

Remaining in expectation

perseverance · equanimity · long-suffering · acceptance · uncomplaining · unrushed · steadfast · persistent · enduring · sustained

leisurely

ambling

Walking without urgency

dawdling · lounging · idling · pottering · browsing · lingering · moseying · rambling · lollygagging · loafing

calm

serene

Untroubled and composed

composed · stillness · restfulness · soothing · gentle · undisturbed · harmony · meditative · contentment · ease

deliberate

methodical

Organized and deliberate

meticulous · intentional · purposeful · systematic · careful · measured · judicious · prudent · conscientious · scrupulous

relaxed

laid-back

Calm and unhurried

unflustered · unruffled · nonchalant · cool · unflappable · carefree · breezy · casual · comfortable · at-ease

Categories
Opposites
pace/speed

unhurriedhurried

Done too quickly

rushed · hasty · fast · quick · rapid

manner/composure

unhurriedrushed

Done with excessive speed

hurried · frantic · frenzied · panicked · harried

Family

unhurriedly, unhurriedness

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