easiest

eas-i-est · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Superlative form of easy; requiring the least effort or presenting the fewest difficulties.

  2. 2.

    Most comfortable or relaxed.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    The easiest way out — The simplest solution, sometimes implying avoidance of difficulty.
  • •
    Take the easiest route — To choose the path of least resistance.

Related words

Antonyms: hardest, most difficult
See also: easier, easy, simplest
Synonyms: least difficult, most straightforward, simplest

Etymology

From Old French aisie, with the superlative suffix -est. The word follows the standard English pattern for forming superlatives from adjectives ending in -y.