1. the process of making or becoming less intense, difficult, or severe
2. a reduction in restrictions, regulations, or tensions

1. present participle of ease; making less difficult, severe, or intense

Examples

• The easing of traffic congestion made commuting much faster.
• There was a gradual easing of tensions between the two countries.
• The medication provided easing of her chronic pain.
• The government announced an easing of COVID-19 restrictions.
• She felt an easing of her anxiety after talking to her friend.
• The easing of trade barriers boosted international commerce.
• He was easing the heavy box down the stairs carefully.