Meaning & use
happy-go-lucky
Cheerfully unconcerned about the future, taking life as it comes without worry or careful planning.
See it in a sentence
Her happy-go-lucky attitude made even the long delay at the airport feel bearable.
He's always been happy-go-lucky, never stressing over deadlines or money.
A note on using this word
Happy-go-lucky is generally affectionate but can imply mild carelessness or a lack of responsibility, depending on context.
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Words with an opposite meaning
anxiousworried
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