free and easy

adjective

1

: marked by informality and lack of constraint

the free and easy, open-air life of the plains

—Allan Murray

2

: not observant of strict demands

too free and easy in accepting political contributions

free-and-easiness

ˌfrē-ən(d)-ˈē-zē-nəs 

noun

free and easy adverb

Examples of free and easy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Referencing a study that saw researchers analyze participants’ mood, energy, and memory after drinking water in the morning, Dr Leeming highlighted drinking water—or other fluids—during your morning routine as a free and easy way to improve your well-being on many levels. —Hannah Coates, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2024

Unfortunately Roadside America is currently only available on iPhones, but the desktop version of the site is free and easy to use. —Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2024

Elevate your legs against a wall A gentle inversion that helps drain lymphatic fluid, reducing swelling and promoting detoxification, getting your legs up the wall is also free and easy. —Hannah Coates, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2024

Setup is free and easy, and the platform takes care of all shipping, handling, and customer service. —Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 31 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1695, in the meaning defined at sense 1