easy manner

Casual, unforced demeanor

An easy manner is a relaxed, natural way of conducting oneself that puts others at ease.

Someone with an easy manner seems comfortable in their own skin, neither stiff nor overly familiar: His easy manner made even nervous guests feel welcome.

The phrase suggests social grace without apparent effort.

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nonchalant · low key · laid-back · smooth · smooth talker · graceful · charm · poise · swagger · carefree · unhurried · loose · comfortable · natural · fluid · cool · suave · affable

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Opposites
social comportment

easy mannerstiffness

Resistance to deformation

ill at ease · awkwardness · nervousness · self-consciousness · uptightness

formality level

easy mannerreserved manner

Restrained, formal bearing

formality

easy mannerceremoniousness

Elaborate attention to protocol

reserve · aloofness · coldness · frostiness · primness

Family

easy, manner, ease, easier, easiest, easily, easiness, uneasy, uneasiness

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G