as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
using an automatic dishwasher is not quite as effortless as I would like—you still have to put the dishes away
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Recent Examples of effortless
Best Amazon Prime Day Fashion and Beauty Deals One of the most effortless mom outfits in the summer is a comfy dress.
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Katrina Cossey, Parents, 7 July 2025
During times of strife—such as the Great Depression, WW II, and even until the 1950s—tan lines were airbrushed away or hidden, as beauty was meant to look effortless and not be the focal point of life.
—Nana Regueiro, Vogue, 2 July 2025
Straight-leg jeans are all about clean lines an effortless, uncomplicated attitude.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 29 June 2025
Original price: $820 The Vineyard three-piece rocking set offers classic comfort and effortless style for your outdoor space.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 28 June 2025
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Katrina Cossey, Parents, 7 July 2025
During times of strife—such as the Great Depression, WW II, and even until the 1950s—tan lines were airbrushed away or hidden, as beauty was meant to look effortless and not be the focal point of life.
—Nana Regueiro, Vogue, 2 July 2025
Straight-leg jeans are all about clean lines an effortless, uncomplicated attitude.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 29 June 2025
Original price: $820 The Vineyard three-piece rocking set offers classic comfort and effortless style for your outdoor space.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortless
Adjective
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But gamblers are required to keep up with their losses themselves—and the IRS often asks them to back up those claims, something that’s not always easy.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
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This foldable stool is easy to move and store for extra table space.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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This powder foundation from Laura Geller has a demi-matte finish that leaves your skin with a smooth, balanced, and natural look for everyday wear.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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And to make every departure and arrival a smooth, stumble-free, and social media–worthy occasion, this throne also swivels 45 degrees—like that of a 1960 Chrysler—to ease ingress and egress.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Chris wore a simple navy blue polo shirt and khaki shorts combo, while Alexa showed off her growing bump in a white and blue floral dress — along with an Olympic logo necklace to complete her maternity style.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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While in many ways, this flat 33km time-trial is simple, particularly in its middle section, there is still plenty to watch out for.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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So Amazfit Active 2 $100 $80 (20% off) Amazon $100 $80 (20% off) Amazfit Our top budget fitness tracker is even cheaper thanks to Prime Day.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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Shop the Asus Vivobook Go 15.6-Inch FHD Slim Laptop, which is marked down to its cheapest price of the year.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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“Effortless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortless. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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