easy

/ˈizi/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

adjective

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
“an easy job”
not hurried or forced
“an easy walk around the block”
free from worry or anxiety
“knowing that I had done my best, my mind was easy”
affording pleasure
“easy good looks”
having little impact
“an easy pat on the shoulder”
readily exploited or tricked
“an easy victim”
in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich
“they were comfortable or even wealthy by some standards”
marked by moderate steepness
“an easy climb”
affording comfort
“soft light that was easy on the eyes”
casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
“her easy virtue”
less in demand and therefore readily obtainable
“commodities are easy this quarter”
obtained with little effort or sacrifice, often obtained illegally
“easy money”

adverb

with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily')
“she was easily excited”
without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly')
“he spoke slowly”
in a relaxed manner; or without hardship
“just wanted to take it easy”

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