easier
ˈiːziər
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Definition of easier - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
simplicityrequiring less effort or difficulty
  • This math problem is easier than the last one.
simpler
2.
comfortmore comfortable or convenient
  • The new sofa is easier to sit on.
effortless simpler uncomplicated
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Expressions with easier

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less straining or tiring to look at
The softer colors are easier on the eye.
simple to suggest but hard to achieve
Starting a new business is easier said than done.
simplify tasks or reduce effort
Using a dishwasher can make life easier by saving time on cleaning dishes.
something is extremely simple or easy to do
Just click this button—nothing could be easier!
extremely simple to do or understand, requiring almost no effort
The homework was easier than falling off a log for her.
expression meaning a task is very simple to do
"Can you show me the way?" "Nothing easier, follow me."

Origin of easier

Old English, ēað (easy) + -er (comparative suffix)

Terms with easier included in their meaning

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understanding
easier to understand or perceive
simplicity
easier to understand or do
helpful
help someone or make something easier
explanation
the act of making something easier to understand
explain
make something easier to understand
transportation
bicycle with an electric motor for easier pedaling
communication advice
reduce complexity so something is clearer and easier to do
difficulty
easier than needed or expected, not challenging

Examples of easier in a sentence

  • Learning a new language is easier with practice.
  • This chair is easier on my back.
  • The new app makes scheduling easier for users.

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  1. French:plus facile, plus pratique, ...
  2. German:einfacher, bequemer, ...
  3. Italian:più facile, più comodo, ...
  4. Spanish:fácil, más cómodo, ...
  5. Portuguese:mais fácil, mais confortável, ...
  6. Chinese:较容易的, 更容易的, ...
  7. Japanese:簡単な, より快適な, ...
  8. Arabic:أَسْهَل, أَكْثَر رَاحَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:קַל יוֹתֵר, נוֹחַ יוֹתֵר, ...
  10. Russian:легкий, легче, ...
  11. Ukrainian:легший, зручний, ...
  12. Hindi:अधिक आसान, अधिक आरामदायक, ...
easy
ˈizi
easiest

Definition of easy - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
simplerequiring little effort or skill
  • This math problem is easy.
effortless simple uncomplicated
2.
lenientnot strict or harsh
  • The teacher is easy on late submissions.
3.
relaxedfree from worry or anxiety
  • He has an easy life by the beach.
calm untroubled

Adverb

1.
easewithout difficulty or effort
  • She passed the test easy, scoring the highest marks..
effortlessly readily smoothly
2.
gentlyin a manner without strictness or harshness
  • She spoke easy to calm the child.
lightly softly
3.
behaviorin a relaxed or casual manner
  • He walked easy down the street.
casually leisurely
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not be difficult
This math problem should be easy for you.
money earned with little effort or work
He considered the lottery as a source of easy money..
feel relieved and less worried after stress or trouble
After the exam, I can finally breathe easy.
extremely easy to do or understand
The math problem was dead easy for her.
indicates that a task requires more effort or time
It is not that easy to learn a new language quickly.
friendly and pleasant in social interactions
She is very easy to get on with at parties.

Origin of easy

Old French, aise (comfort)

Examples of easy in a sentence

  • Learning the new software was surprisingly easy.
  • My parents were easy about the broken vase.
  • The coach is not easy on players who skip practice.
  • She felt easy after the final exam was over.
  • Their easy conversation lasted for hours.
  • The easy mattress helped him sleep soundly.

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  1. French:facile, facilement, ...
  2. German:einfach, problemlos, ...
  3. Italian:facile, facilmente, ...
  4. Spanish:fácil, fácilmente, ...
  5. Portuguese:fácil, facilmente, ...
  6. Chinese:简单的, 轻松地, ...
  7. Japanese:簡単な, 簡単に, ...
  8. Arabic:سَهْل, بسهولة, ...
  9. Hebrew:קַל, בְּקַלּוּת, ...
  10. Russian:лёгкий, легко, ...
  11. Ukrainian:легкий, легко, ...
  12. Hindi:आसान, आसानी से, ...
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