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effortless
EH-fuht-lihs
Effortless (adj) means Done with ease, requiring little or no visible effort. Example: “Her effortless swimming style made it look easy.”
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Done with ease, requiring little or no visible effort.
"Her effortless swimming style made it look easy."
How to use effortless
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something that looks or feels easy, without strain.
Common pairings
effortless style
seemingly effortless
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Etymology
Formed from effort plus "-less," meaning "without."
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What does “effortless” mean?
The word “effortless” means done with ease, requiring little or no visible effort. In plain terms, describes something that looks or feels easy, without strain.
How do you pronounce “effortless”?
“Effortless” is pronounced EH-fuht-lihs (/ˈɛfə(ɹ)tlɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “effortless” in a sentence?
Here is “effortless” used in a sentence: “Her effortless swimming style made it look easy.”
What part of speech is “effortless”?
“Effortless” is an adjective.
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