eased

1. 1
   adjective

   Made simpler, calmer, or less stressful than before.

   Like a tight knot that someone has made looser, so it no longer pulls.

   The eased school rules made the kids much happier.

   With an eased work plan, she finally had time to rest.

   Similarrelaxed, loosened

   Oppositetense

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2. 2
   verb

   Past participle of ease. Use this form after has, have, or had.

   The new policy has eased the pressure on small businesses.

   Tensions had eased by the time the leaders met again.

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3. 3
   adjective

   Made calmer or less painful, like a worry or an ache.

   Like rubbing a sore spot until it hurts less.

   His eased pain finally let him sleep through the night.

   The eased fear in her voice showed she felt safe again.

   Similarrelieved, alleviated, lessened

   Oppositeheightened, aggravated

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4. 4
   adjective

   Made less strict or less harsh, like a rule or limit.

   Like a fence moved back to give you more room.

   The eased speed limit let drivers go a little faster.

   Under the eased rules, students could hand in work a day late.

   Similarrelaxed, loosened, softened

   Oppositestricter

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