easily — without difficulty or effort; in a relaxed manner
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: without difficulty or effort; in a relaxed manner
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈiːzɪli/
Example Sentences
- My cat easily opened the 'childproof' medicine bottle that I struggled with for 10 minutes.
- He easily runs 10 kilometers every morning before breakfast.
- I can easily eat a whole pizza by myself, which explains why my pants don't fit anymore.
easily
ADVERB[/ˈiːzɪli/]
without difficulty or effort; in a relaxed manner
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'easili', derived from Old French 'aisié' meaning 'at ease' or 'comfortable', ultimately from Latin 'adjacens' meaning 'lying near' or 'convenient'.
Breakdown
easy (adjective, from Old French 'aise' meaning ease or comfort) + -ly (adverb suffix indicating manner) = easily
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat easily opened the 'childproof' medicine bottle that I struggled with for 10 minutes.”
“He easily runs 10 kilometers every morning before breakfast.”
“I can easily eat a whole pizza by myself, which explains why my pants don't fit anymore.”
“The instructions were written so clearly that anyone could easily follow them.”
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