easing
ˈiːzɪŋ
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Definition of easing - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
reliefthe process of reducing pain or discomfort
  • The medication provided easing of her symptoms.
alleviation mitigation relief
2.
reductionthe act of making something less severe
  • The easing of restrictions helped businesses recover.
alleviation moderation relief

Adjective

1.
reliefmaking something less severe or intense
  • The easing pain allowed her to sleep better.
alleviating relieving
2.
medicalproviding comfort or relief
  • The easing music calmed the anxious crowd.
comforting soothing
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Expressions with easing

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policy by a central bank that makes borrowing cheaper to support economic activity
The central bank announced further monetary easing to counter slowing growth.
monetary policy increasing money supply by buying bonds
The central bank used quantitative easing to boost the economy.

Origin of easing

Old English, ēsing (to make easier)

Terms with easing included in their meaning

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ache easing
reduction of discomfort by any method
clothing
tool for easing foot into a shoe
easing
reduce difficulties or obstacles
mild heating
make something a little warmer, easing cold
health care
showing a short-term easing of illness signs
persistent
not easing or slackening in severity or intensity
pain relief
the process of easing pain or discomfort
topical remedy
menthol balm for easing aches or breathing blockage

Examples of easing in a sentence

  • The easing of restrictions improved everyone's mood.
  • The easing of tensions improved international relations.
  • Easing of pain is crucial for patient comfort.
  • The easing tension helped everyone relax.
  • The easing restrictions allowed businesses to reopen.
  • The easing lotion soothed her sunburn.

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  1. French:apaisement, apaisant, ...
  2. German:Linderung, nachlassend, ...
  3. Italian:alleviamento, alleviante, ...
  4. Spanish:alivio, aliviador, ...
  5. Portuguese:alívio, suavizado, ...
  6. Chinese:缓解, 缓解的, ...
  7. Japanese:緩和, 和らぐ, ...
  8. Arabic:تَخْفِيف, مُخَفِّف, ...
  9. Hebrew:הַקָּלָה, מְקֵל, ...
  10. Russian:ослабление, облегчающий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:полегшення, полегшуючий, ...
  12. Hindi:राहत, राहतदायक, ...
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Definition of ease - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
simplicityfreedom from difficulty or effort
  • She completed the task with ease.
effortlessness simplicity smoothness
2.
comfortfreedom from discomfort or anxiety
  • She sat in the chair and sighed with ease..
comfort relaxation
3.
styleRaregrace and lack of awkwardnessRare
  • She moved with ease across the dance floor.
gracefulness poise smoothness

Verb

1.
pain relieftr.reduce pain or discomforttr.
  • The medicine helped ease her headache.
alleviate relieve soothe
2.
careful movementtr./intr.move something carefully and slowlytr./intr.
  • She eased the car into the tight parking spot.
maneuver
3.
reduce difficultytr.make less severe or difficulttr.
  • She eased her workload by delegating tasks..
alleviate lessen mitigate
4.
maritimetr./intr.TECH.loosen tension on a linetr./intr.TECH.
  • The sailor eased the rope to adjust the sail.
loosen slacken
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feeling relaxed and comfortable
She felt at ease in her new home.
move slowly and carefully into a position
He eased into the parking spot without any trouble.
move out slowly and carefully
He tried to ease out of the crowded room without drawing attention.
reduce one's speed
The driver decided to ease up as he approached the town.
make someone feel less worried
A reassuring phone call from her doctor helped ease her mind.
make someone feel relaxed and comfortable
The gentle music helped to put the guests at ease..

Origin of ease

Old French, aise (comfort)

Examples of ease in a sentence

  • He navigated the complex situation with surprising ease.
  • He felt a sense of ease after finishing his exams.
  • The spa promised a day of complete ease and relaxation.
  • His speech was delivered with remarkable ease and confidence.
  • The artist painted with ease, capturing every detail effortlessly.
  • She tried to ease the tension with a joke.

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  1. French:aisance, soulager, ...
  2. German:Leichtigkeit, lindern, ...
  3. Italian:facilità, lenire, ...
  4. Spanish:facilidad, aliviar, ...
  5. Portuguese:facilidade, aliviar, ...
  6. Chinese:轻松, 缓解, ...
  7. Japanese:簡単さ, 和らげる, ...
  8. Arabic:يُسْر, خَفَّفَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:קַלּוּת, לְהָקֵל, ...
  10. Russian:легкость, облегчать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:легкість, полегшувати, ...
  12. Hindi:आसानी, कम करना, ...
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