ease

US /iːz/
UK /iːz/
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1.

absence of difficulty or effort

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He passed the exam with ease.
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The software is designed for ease of use.
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effortlessnesssimplicity
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difficultyhardship
2.

freedom from anxiety or discomfort

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He felt a sense of ease after confessing his secret.
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The doctor's words brought her great ease.
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comfortrelaxation
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anxietydiscomfort
1.

make (something unpleasant or difficult) less severe, serious, or painful

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The new policies will ease the burden on small businesses.
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She took a painkiller to ease her headache.
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alleviaterelieve
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aggravateintensify
2.

move or be moved with care or gradually

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He tried to ease the heavy box into the car.
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The car began to ease forward slowly.
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slidemaneuver
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ease offease upease up on