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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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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
For anyone looking for a dependable, budget-friendly laptop that’s easy to carry and gets the job done, this MacBook Air checks all the boxes. New Atlas, 13 Apr. 2025 Level design is varied and intriguing, supercharged by power-ups and made easier with a slowdown feature, giving you time to breathe or respond to on-screen madness at the expense of your final score. Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Adverb
Still, familiar tunes that go down easy often turn into big hits. Caryn Ganz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025 But tonight’s crossing would at least start out easy. Silvana Paternostro Nathalia Angarita, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for easy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for easy
Adjective
  • That simplicity feels so apt for this show, There's enough here: The production is simple and sweet, while Jonas and Warren exude a certain magnetism.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
  • But an attack can be much simpler — and can stop once a user has given away their credentials.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • In recent years, the number of satellite launches has increased, resulting in thousands of satellites in low-Earth orbit that are susceptible to cyberattacks.
    Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Tomato, pepper, eggplant and tomatillo are all susceptible to the same suite of soil pathogens.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Cognitive dissonance is about resolving conflicts in information by choosing what is most comfortable.
    Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Its turban-style silhouette features a subtle front twist and elastic at the back for a secure, comfortable fit, perfect for curly and thick textures, but may wear looser for those with finer hair.
    Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Crafted from lightweight, sturdy beechwood, this pro-kneading, lymphatic-draining tool is designed with soft, rounded edges that make for comfy gliding across your skin (go ahead and pair it with a serum or lotion for extra slip).
    Allure, Allure, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The Lightweight Sweats Classic Zip Hoodie is incredibly soft and pairs beautifully with their ultra-soft ribbed pieces like the Ribbed Modal Body Long Sleeve.
    Sarah Boyd, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Adverb
  • Fried twice, liberally dusted with salt and pepper and served with a ramekin of garlic aioli, a plate of these golden-brown beauties can easily sate three or four people as a starter.
    Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 2 Mar. 2025
  • Until the 2022 ceremony, this was easily the most WTF moment at the Oscars.
    Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • These aren’t just cosmetic—they’re the kinds of behind-the-scenes changes that help make an already stellar game feel even smoother.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • Each edge of this triangle-esque tool serves a unique purpose: a smooth, long side for sweeping over wider areas like calves, arms, and thighs; a precision tip for targeted acupressure; and a ridged edge for digging into tense tissue.
    Allure, Allure, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The luxury e-commerce retailer Net-a-Porter, Cultured magazine and the fashion label Proenza Schouler have also hosted dinner parties and events at Raf’s, where waiters nimbly zigzag among the dining room’s snug 11 tables.
    Laura Neilson, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Briggs & Riley Traveler Tote With generous interior storage for travel, Briggs & Riley Traveler Tote ($219) has a snug slip-through panel for stacking on a carry-on and a quick-access outside zip compartment for security essentials.
    Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Additionally, The Flour Girl Bakery supports several community and charitable initiatives, according to a release, and has a dedicated fundraising program.
    Staff report, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Others who sided against the bill, however, were more charitable of the unenviable spot Schumer found himself in.
    Mike Lillis, The Hill, 15 Mar. 2025

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“Easy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easy. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

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