Meaning of the word eased in English

What does eased mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

eased

US /iːzd/
UK /iːzd/

Verb

1.

made less severe, serious, or painful

Example:
The new medication eased her pain considerably.
The tension in the room eased after the announcement.
2.

moved carefully or gradually

Example:
He eased the heavy box onto the table.
She eased herself into the comfortable armchair.

Adjective

feeling relaxed and comfortable; free from anxiety or discomfort

Example:
He felt much more eased after talking about his problems.
With the deadline extended, everyone felt a bit more eased.