1
as in simple
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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3
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
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
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
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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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for easy
Adjective
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Better yet, this was all relatively simple to accomplish and extremely user intuitive.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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Serving clients around the globe, ACE operates with a simple but powerful mission: to help individuals and companies navigate aircraft transactions with confidence, clarity, and efficiency.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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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
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Most aren’t susceptible to personal appeals with no payback.—
Stephen Collinson,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
Adjective
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Score savings on summer clothes and comfortable sneakers that are currently $17 with a flash discount.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Final Thoughts There is no one-size-fits-all amount that can guarantee a comfortable retirement.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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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
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Their texture is soft and literally melts in your mouth.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
2 June 2025
Adverb
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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
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Butterfly Farm and downtown Oranjestad are also easily accessible.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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On the palate, a warm, smooth texture that balances beautifully with its off-dry character.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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The second day of the Roots Picnic was indeed much smoother.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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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
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The unkind nickname is even more of a snug fit now.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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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.—
Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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What started as a charitable gesture from The Salvation Army in 1938 has since evolved into an annual tradition for brands and customers alike.—
Kate Nalepinski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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“Easy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easy. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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