Easing: meaning, definitions and examples

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easing

 

[ ˈiːzɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in computing

Easing is a technique used in animation and interactive design to create smooth transitions between different states or movements. It involves gradually changing the speed or intensity of an action, often starting and ending slowly to give a more natural feel to the movement.

Synonyms

gradual change, smoothing, transitioning

Examples of usage

  • Using easing in web design can make user interactions feel more intuitive and engaging.
  • The easing effect in video games can enhance the overall experience for players.
Context #2 | Verb

in animation

To ease is to apply a gradual change in speed or intensity to an animation, making the movement appear more fluid and natural. Easing can help create more realistic and appealing animations by avoiding sudden or jerky motions.

Synonyms

gradually change, make fluid, smooth out

Examples of usage

  • Easing the movement of a character in a game can improve the visual quality of the gameplay.
  • The animator used easing techniques to make the transitions between scenes seamless.

Translations

Translations of the word "easing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 facilitação

🇮🇳 आराम

🇩🇪 Erleichterung

🇮🇩 pelonggaran

🇺🇦 полегшення

🇵🇱 ułatwienie

🇯🇵 緩和 (kanwa)

🇫🇷 facilitation

🇪🇸 alivio

🇹🇷 rahatlama

🇰🇷 완화 (wanhwa)

🇸🇦 تخفيف (takhfeef)

🇨🇿 ulehčení

🇸🇰 uľahčenie

🇨🇳 缓解 (huǎnjiě)

🇸🇮 lajšanje

🇮🇸 léttir

🇰🇿 жеңілдету

🇬🇪 შვება (shveba)

🇦🇿 yüngülləşdirmə

🇲🇽 alivio

Etymology

The term 'easing' originated in the field of animation and computer graphics in the late 20th century. It was initially introduced to describe the method of creating smooth transitions between keyframes in digital animations. Over time, the concept of easing has been adopted in various design disciplines, including user interface design and web development, to enhance user experience and create more visually appealing interactions.

See also: ease, easer, easy, unease.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,524, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.