Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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easy | No | Yes | No | Yes |
gentle | No | Yes | Yes | No |
easy (adjective) | gentle (adjective) |
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posing no difficulty; requiring little effort | marked by moderate steepness |
free from worry or anxiety | having little impact |
obtained with little effort or sacrifice, often obtained illegally | soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe |
less in demand and therefore readily obtainable | belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy |
affording comfort | quiet and soothing |
marked by moderate steepness | easily handled or managed |
readily exploited or tricked | having or showing a kindly or tender nature |
having little impact | |
affording pleasure | |
in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich | |
casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior | |
not hurried or forced | |
not strict |
easy (verb) | gentle (verb) |
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stroke soothingly | |
cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of | |
give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility |
easy (adverb) | gentle (adverb) |
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in a relaxed manner; or without hardship | |
with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') | |
without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') |