free and easy

adjective

1

: marked by informality and lack of constraint

… the free and easy, open-air life of the plains.

—Allan Murray

2

: not observant of strict demands

too free and easy in accepting political contributions

free-and-easiness

ˌfrē-ən(d)-ˈē-zē-nəs 

noun

free and easy adverb

Examples of free and easy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What to Do Stroll Downtown Downtown Columbus is compact enough to explore on foot, and parking is free and easy to find. — Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026

In a nicely balanced performance, Alejandra Villanueva’s Mistress Quickly, the play’s go-between and overseer of mischief, embodies the free and easy spirit of Simon’s production. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

Delta SkyMiles accounts are free and easy to sign up for, making program qualifications extremely accessible. — Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 29 May 2026

However, there is a free and easy remedy to get out of the rabbit hole. — John Shumway, CBS News, 20 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1695, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for free and easy

• breezy
• cheesy
• queasy
• sleazy
• wheezy
• marchese
• speakeasy
• uneasy