Casual

/ˈkæʒ.u.əl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a person who is not deeply involved in a particular activity or lifestyle.

As a casual, he only participates in events occasionally.

adjective

relaxed and unconcerned; not serious or formal.

She wore a casual dress to the picnic.

happening by chance; not planned.

It was a casual encounter that led to their friendship.

not regular or permanent.

He has a casual job that he works on weekends.

From Latin 'casualis', meaning 'occurring by chance'.

casual clothes:

Informal clothing suitable for everyday wear.

casual Friday:

A day when standard office attire is relaxed.

casual acquaintance:

Someone you know but do not have a close relationship with.

Laid-back attitude.

She's got that casual vibe that makes everyone feel comfortable.

Not taking things seriously.

He's pretty casual about his studies, not stressing over grades.