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
When the two started working together, the bond was both effortless and rewarding.
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Vincent Perella, IndieWire, 27 May 2025
Whether the ceremony takes place in a historical sculpture garden or your best friend’s backyard, an alfresco setting calls for a wedding guest dress that is as effortless as the atmosphere.
—Lara Oliveri, Vogue, 25 May 2025
Related Articles The collection itself embodies Giambattista Valli’s signature blend of effortless elegance and ethereal fantasy, including the ideal wedding guest dresses and fashions for formal summer occasions.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Served with a cold scoop of ice cream, the 10-minute dessert is perfect for effortless summer entertaining, or a quick-fix summer treat to beat the heat.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
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Vincent Perella, IndieWire, 27 May 2025
Whether the ceremony takes place in a historical sculpture garden or your best friend’s backyard, an alfresco setting calls for a wedding guest dress that is as effortless as the atmosphere.
—Lara Oliveri, Vogue, 25 May 2025
Related Articles The collection itself embodies Giambattista Valli’s signature blend of effortless elegance and ethereal fantasy, including the ideal wedding guest dresses and fashions for formal summer occasions.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Served with a cold scoop of ice cream, the 10-minute dessert is perfect for effortless summer entertaining, or a quick-fix summer treat to beat the heat.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for effortless
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effortless
Adjective
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Lucy says early on that love is easy, but dating is difficult.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Rolling Stone,
13 June 2025
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In South Florida, the one-day event will run from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Snapper Creek USPS post office, 11000 SW 104th St. The event is designed to make the process easier for both adults and minors applying for a U.S. passport for the first time, using Form DS-11.—
Maykel Gonzalez,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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The switches used in the keyboard are pre-lubricated and installed alongside Poron and PET foam layers which provide smooth keystrokes and a pleasant sound.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Many companies use a Teflon die to shape the pasta, but this creates a super smooth finished product.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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Track what brings business Your process on LinkedIn is simple.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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White is easy, simple, and many times, the best choice for a clean slate.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
5 June 2025
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This means some fans will be watching Messi for as little as $4, which is a far cry from the cheapest seats being cast at $349 when the draw was made in December.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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In January, the cheapest seat at Hard Rock Stadium cost $230 on Ticketmaster, which is FIFA's official ticket sales platform.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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“Effortless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effortless. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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