easy

/ˈiːzi/
adjectiveBeginner not difficult
general

Not difficult to do or understand; requiring little effort.

She found the math problem easy to solve.

She could solve the math problem without much difficulty.

The recipe is easy to follow.

The instructions in the recipe are simple and clear.

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Often used to describe tasks, subjects, or situations that are simple or straightforward.

informal

Not causing stress or worry; relaxed.

He has an easygoing personality.

He is a relaxed and laid-back person.

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Can describe a person's demeanor or a situation that is free from tension.

Collocations

easy to usesimple and intuitive for userseasy does ita phrase used to advise someone to be careful or take it sloweasy come, easy gothings that are easily gained can also be easily lost

Related Phrases

easy as pieidiom
very simple or effortless
easy on the eyesidiom
pleasing to look at

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

Use 'easy' to describe tasks, objects, or situations that require little effort.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While 'easy' is a useful word, overusing it can make your language sound simplistic. Vary your vocabulary with synonyms like 'simple' or 'straightforward'.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'ese', from Old French 'aisié', from Latin 'facilis' meaning 'easily done'.

📝Usage Notes

Can be used as an adjective or adverb (e.g., 'She speaks English easily').

Word Breakdown

eas
from Old French 'aisié'
root
+
-y
suffix forming adjectives
suffix
English Dictionary