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

  • (..) I think you should wear your armor tonight, ser. I think you're right. - You've saved me once more. - And now you must save him. He's beyond the healer's skills. All I can do is ease his path. Save him and I will free you. I swear it. You must know a way. Some... Some magic. There is a spell. (..)
    2011 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Baelor Season: 1 Episode 9