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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

  • (..) mother's and yours. I dare you to do better. Nice ride man. It's yours. years? I'll do it in . At ease gentlemen. Never did get that first name. - You need a doctor. - I told you people, I don't need a doctor, damn it. I am a doctor. (..)
    2009 Star Trek