adverb
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with ease; without difficulty or exertion
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by far; beyond question; undoubtedly
he is easily the best in the contest
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probably; almost certainly
he may easily come first
Other Word Forms
- overeasily adverb
Etymology
Origin of easily
First recorded in 1250–1300, easily is from the Middle English word esily. See easy, -ly
Example Sentences
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“Big-ticket elements like aircraft can easily consume much of Ukraine’s defense budget,” he said.
"We have to remember many styles of the dance. So students with less talent would drop out easily. Sometimes, I was so tired and wanted to drop it."
From Barron's
Made of plastic tubing and rope, they can be cheaply and easily made.
From BBC
“I’m complex and I’m deep and I get hurt easily,” Mr. Chase says in explaining his sour disposition and, indirectly, utter lack of empathy.
"It's often portrayed as fashionable to be tanned all year round," he said, noting how easily accessible sunbeds are, with many high streets filled with salons.
From BBC
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