ease

Definition

  • noun: freedom from pain or trouble
  • noun: the state of being comfortable
  • verb: to free (someone or something) from trouble or worry
  • verb: to free from something that pains, disquiets, or burdens
  • often used with a directional word (as 'over' or 'up')
  • synonyms: easiness, comfortableness, facility

Examples

  • He delighted people with his charm and 'ease' of manner. [=his relaxed and easy manner]

  • The students might respond better if the teacher 'eased up on' them a little.

  • These features can be modified 'with the greatest of ease'. [=very easily]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) That's the way it should be, but that's not what's happening. What's happening here is the Scotch Game. And play the gambit, ease them into the game. Nice and easy. Here she comes. Show them the way. Show them... Easy. See? It's alright, everyone. You're gonna be okay. - See this fella? (..)
    2014 The Dark Horse