laid-back

/ˌleɪd ˈbæk/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌleɪd ˈbæk/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈlād-ˈbak ˌlād-/ (ame, mw)

laid-back — 形容詞

1. describing a person who has a calm, easy manner and does not get stressed or wor

1.形容詞C2
釋義

隨和;悠閒

個性放鬆、不拘謹的人或氛圍

describing a person who has a calm, easy manner and does not get stressed or worried, even when things are busy or unexpected — for example, someone who stays cheerful during exam week or a parent who does not panic when plans change.

例句

Theo has a laid-back attitude toward exams and never seems nervous.

Theo 對考試抱持隨和的態度,從不顯得緊張。

collocation: laid-back attitude

Priya's parents are quite laid-back about letting her travel alone.

Priya 的父母對於讓她獨自旅行相當放鬆開明。

同義詞
  • relaxed

    broader and more neutral; can describe both people and situations across all registers

  • easygoing

    focuses on a person's social nature — easy to get along with, not easily upset by others

  • mellow

    suggests a warm, gentle calmness; often used for someone who has become less intense over time

  • casual

    more about an informal, unhurried style or dress than an inner temperament

  • unhurried

    emphasises slow pace rather than emotional calm; works well for describing actions or routines

反義詞
  • tense

    describes a person who is nervous, anxious, or unable to relax

  • uptight

    informal; describes someone who is overly strict, anxious, or easily bothered by small things

  • stressed

    focuses on being under mental or emotional pressure, often from work or responsibilities

  • anxious

    describes a person who feels worry or fear about what might happen

用法筆記

Describes both a person's character and the atmosphere of a place or event. Frequently used with nouns such as attitude, approach, style, atmosphere, and vibe. Avoid in formal academic or official writing — prefer relaxed or calm in those contexts.

常見錯誤

My boss is so laid-back that he never finishes any work.
My boss is so laid-back that he stays calm even when the deadline is tight.
💡laid-back describes a relaxed temperament, not laziness or irresponsibility.