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Definition of easily

easily

/ˈiː.zə.li/
eas · i · ly

Adjective:easy
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• adverb

1

Without difficulty, effort, or trouble; smoothly and effortlessly.

Example

"She solved the complex math problem easily before the timer ran out."


2

Beyond doubt or question; by far.

Example

"That concert was easily the best live performance I have ever attended."


3

Very likely or quite possibly.

Example

"Take a map with you, because a newcomer could easily get lost in these winding streets."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'easy' (borrowed from Old French 'aisié', the past participle of 'aisier', meaning to put at ease) combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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