ease

B2
Pronunciation
/iːz/
/iz/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Ability, the means to do something, particularly:

2 Definition

Comfort, a state or quality lacking unpleasantness, particularly:

3 Definition

Relief, an end to discomfort, particularly:

4 Definition

A convenience; a luxury.

5 Definition

A relief; an easement.

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To free (something) from pain, worry, agitation, etc.

Example Sentences
  • He eased his conscience by confessing.
2 Definition

To alleviate, assuage or lessen (pain).

Example Sentences
  • He loosened his shoe to ease the pain.
3 Definition

To give respite to (someone).

Example Sentences
  • The provision of extra staff eased their workload.
4 Definition

To loosen or slacken the tension on a line.

Example Sentences
  • We eased the boom vang, then lowered the sail.
5 Definition

To reduce the difficulty of (something).

Example Sentences
  • We had to ease the entry requirements.
6 Definition

To move (something) slowly and carefully.

Example Sentences
  • He eased the cork from the bottle.
7 Definition

To lessen in severity.

Example Sentences
  • The pain eased overnight.
8 Definition

To proceed with little effort.

Example Sentences
  • The car eased onto the motorway.