1
as in unchallenging
involving minimal difficulty or effort
a minor problem with an easy solution
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2
as in susceptible
readily taken advantage of
senior citizens who are easy prey for scam artists
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as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
my favorite easy chair for watching TV
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as in soft
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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as in easily
without difficulty
we can make the trip in four hours easy
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an easy task
easy reading
an easy installation
a simple installation
an uncomplicated installation
an effortless installation
a foolproof installation
a quick installation
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Recent Examples of easy
Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2025
The Russians expected a quick and easy victory and did not expect Western powers to intervene.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 12 Aug. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 July 2025
This sleek, mock-neck jumpsuit makes travel-day dressing incredibly easy.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 18 July 2025
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Adjective
None of Trump’s policies is making their lives, or the lives of ordinary Americans, any easier.
—Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2025
The Russians expected a quick and easy victory and did not expect Western powers to intervene.
—Greg Myre, NPR, 12 Aug. 2025
Adverb
Every airline has its own app, making digital boarding passes easy to pull up on a phone and scan at the gate.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 July 2025
This sleek, mock-neck jumpsuit makes travel-day dressing incredibly easy.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for easy
Adjective
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And then the arresting sight of a pumpkin patch, apocalyptic spheres of swamp-green or orangeade, only good for cattle fodder, too unchallenging to grow, so not as interesting to cook with.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Aug. 2025
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As America has become more divided politically and economically, and the rate of technological change has accelerated, there is something comforting and unchallenging about Morgan’s tales of minor indignities, something that reminds people of how much everyone has in common.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Long-term effects of alcohol can also lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease and a weakened immune system that can make individuals susceptible to getting infections.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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However, this preference puts the species at risk for habitat loss as these areas are often susceptible to human disturbances, according to the study.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Montgomery said the organization wants the space to feel comfortable for whoever comes into the colorful waiting room.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Aug. 2025
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He’s never sounded more confident or comfortable, a thrilling promise of what’s to come from him in the future.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Another classic silhouette, Arhaus’s blend of jute and cotton makes this rug feel slightly softer underfoot.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
13 Aug. 2025
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The latter gets rid of flaky skin, while the balm keeps them soft.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Google has ensured that Arod was best placed to capitalise on the opportunities presented, both at an application level and also revitalising the smartphone market with a wide-ranging new feature that the public could both easily understand and would need to upgrade their phone to experience fully.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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This impresses easily, and will become part of your regular breakfast rotation.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But it was intended to be a simple, three-course meal, the documents showed.—
Chiara Eisner,
NPR,
16 Aug. 2025
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In North Carolina, Republicans are a few votes shy of a supermajority in one chamber but still control the redistricting process because the state’s congressional maps are not subject to veto and therefore can be passed by a simple majority in the legislature.—
Elena Shao,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Paul and Delbert and I made things snug for a week of hunting.—
Fred C. Mercer,
Outdoor Life,
14 Aug. 2025
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Plus, the high-rise design is flattering, and the snug fit feels comfortable and supportive.—
Robin Raven,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The investigation went public in July after federal prosecutors empaneled a grand jury and issued subpoenas to several nonprofits and the Department of Economic and Community Development, the principal state conduit for delivering taxpayer money to charitable organizations.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
17 Aug. 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
17 Aug. 2025
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“Easy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easy. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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