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tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others despite her easy approach to discipline, she had a remarkably well-behaved class

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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adverb

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an easy task
a simple task
an effortless task
a trivial task
easy reading
simple reading
quick reading
light reading
effortless reading
basic reading
an easy installation
a simple installation
an uncomplicated installation
an effortless installation
a foolproof installation
a quick installation

Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective easy contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of easy are effortless, facile, light, simple, and smooth. While all these words mean "not demanding effort or involving difficulty," easy is applicable either to persons or things imposing tasks or to activity required by such tasks.

an easy college course

When is effortless a more appropriate choice than easy?

Although the words effortless and easy have much in common, effortless stresses the appearance of ease and usually implies the prior attainment of artistry or expertness.

moving with effortless grace

How do facile and easy relate to one another?

Facile often adds to easy the connotation of undue haste or shallowness.

facile answers to complex questions

In what contexts can light take the place of easy?

The meanings of light and easy largely overlap; however, light stresses freedom from what is burdensome.

a light teaching load

When might simple be a better fit than easy?

The synonyms simple and easy are sometimes interchangeable, but simple stresses ease in understanding or dealing with because complication is absent.

a simple problem in arithmetic

When is it sensible to use smooth instead of easy?

In some situations, the words smooth and easy are roughly equivalent. However, smooth stresses the absence or removal of all difficulties, hardships, or obstacles.

a smooth ride

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of easy
Adjective
Signing up is easy, and you’ll be automatically enrolled in online training. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2025 Reconstituting the nation’s storm-prediction resources won’t be easy. Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
Adverb
Big messages can go down easy — or even slightly disguised — in immersive entertainment. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2025 Chris Ballard and company can breathe easy, because this likely was a dream scenario for the Colts — arguably, the league’s most tight end-needy team heading into the draft. Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for easy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for easy
Adjective
  • White is easy, simple, and many times, the best choice for a clean slate.
    Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 5 June 2025
  • In addition to experiencing a surge of sensual energy with greater emphasis on life’s simple pleasures, Venus in Taurus has everything to do with feeling grounded and finding stability in both love and finances.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025
Adjective
  • Insulated pots can also provide a bit of extra protection for root systems that can be susceptible to extreme temperature swings, Vater says.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 2 June 2025
  • Most aren’t susceptible to personal appeals with no payback.
    Stephen Collinson, CNN Money, 31 May 2025
Adjective
  • Score savings on summer clothes and comfortable sneakers that are currently $17 with a flash discount.
    Isabel Garcia, People.com, 4 June 2025
  • Final Thoughts There is no one-size-fits-all amount that can guarantee a comfortable retirement.
    True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Adjective
  • The interior of my bZ Limited was comfortable, trimmed in appealing soft materials and roomy.
    Mark Phelan, USA Today, 2 June 2025
  • While investors remain hopeful for a soft landing for the U.S. economy, how severe could the situation become if another recession occurs?
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Adverb
  • Soto easily scored from second and Alonso’s headfirst slide barely got him in before Hunter Goodman’s tag at the plate.
    Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 7 June 2025
  • Butterfly Farm and downtown Oranjestad are also easily accessible.
    Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2025
Adjective
  • How to Use: Start with a fresh canvas—exfoliate the day before to sweep away dead skin and prep for a smooth, even glow.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 June 2025
  • The second day of the Roots Picnic was indeed much smoother.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 2 June 2025
Adjective
  • Designed with soft, springy foam and a snug fit, this ultra-light trainer is ideal for long walking days.
    Jennifer Vermeer, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2025
  • The unkind nickname is even more of a snug fit now.
    Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
Adjective
  • This includes reviewing charitable structures and preparing for legislative shifts.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
  • As with at other Chick-fil-A locations, the chain’s charitable giving policy will focus on contributions to nonprofits that work in the areas of education, homelessness and hunger.
    Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 23 May 2025

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