Meaning & use

painless

adjective·Everyday

Not causing physical or emotional pain; easy and free of difficulty.

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The dentist assured her the new procedure would be quick and painless.

Switching to the new software was surprisingly painless once the staff learned a few shortcuts.

A note on using this word

"Painless" is used both literally, for physical sensation, and figuratively, for tasks or transitions with little difficulty.

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