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How does the adjective effortless contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of effortless are easy, facile, light, simple, and smooth. While all these words mean "not demanding effort or involving difficulty," effortless stresses the appearance of ease and usually implies the prior attainment of artistry or expertness.

moving with effortless grace

Where would easy be a reasonable alternative to effortless?

While in some cases nearly identical to effortless, easy is applicable either to persons or things imposing tasks or to activity required by such tasks.

an easy college course

How are the words facile and easy related as synonyms of effortless?

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

facile answers to complex questions

When can light be used instead of effortless?

Although the words light and effortless have much in common, light stresses freedom from what is burdensome.

a light teaching load

In what contexts can simple take the place of effortless?

The words simple and effortless can be used in similar contexts, 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 effortless?

The meanings of smooth and effortless largely overlap; 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 effortless Others indicate that their running feels light, effortless, or joyful. Sherri Gordon, Health, 7 May 2025 This minimalist principle runs through her work, resulting in fragrances that feel effortless yet refined. Bea McMonagle, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025 Such a project starts at $250,000, and our tester—priced at $330,000—features a 430 hp LS3 engine which fires up with effortless authority. London Clark, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025 Even with Cavaliers All-Star guard Darius Garland sidelined by a toe issue for the second consecutive game, the carnage remained almost effortless for Cleveland. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for effortless
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortless
Adjective
  • There’s no shortcut to that, and nobody’s been able to come up with an easier, better way to do it, which is why people have stopped doing it.
    Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 20 May 2025
  • The buttons are easy to press, and the sound quality is good.
    Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • Twain’s final decades were his Job years, the opposite of quiet and smooth and lovely.
    Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 9 May 2025
  • Photos taken during the health department’s inspection showed bookshelves with cracked and peeling paint sitting close to the ground, but the wood is now sanded smooth and painted over.
    Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • Experts say these are all the benefits of this simple exercise Is Zone 2 cardio best for fat loss?
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 12 May 2025
  • Simple Systems: Create ease and flow with simple back-end structures and client journeys.
    Christine Williams, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Adjective
  • Tesla troubles: Amid tough year, Tesla releases a new, cheaper version of the Model Y Is the 2025 Tesla Model Y a good SUV to get?
    Charles Singh, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • Residents near her office at Alhambra Boulevard and Q Street compete to get cheaper parking that doesn’t charge at an hourly rate.
    Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2025

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“Effortless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortless. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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