Word: Easily

Pronunciation

/ˈiːzəli/

Definitions

Adverb: In a manner that involves little difficulty or effort; without much trouble or strain.

Examples

• Describing manner of action: “The door opened easily with a gentle push.”
• Describing speed of learning or understanding: “She picked up the new language easily due to her linguistic background.”
• Describing level of comfort: “He can carry out public speaking engagements easily because he’s so confident.”

Phrases

• Easily done: Describes something that can be accomplished with little effort or time. “With your experience, this task will be easily done.”
• Easily confused: Refers to things or ideas that are likely to be mistaken for one another. “These two species of birds are easily confused by amateur birdwatchers.”
• Take it easy/easily: To advise someone not to worry or to do something without stress or hurry. “Don’t rush, take it easily; you have plenty of time.”

Example Sentences

• Describing manner of action: “The chair folds up easily for storage.”
• Describing performance: “The athlete won the race easily, finishing several seconds ahead of his competitors.”
• Describing degree of belief: “It’s easily believable that they would choose this option given their past decisions.”

Synonyms

• Effortlessly
• Smoothly
• Readily
• Simply
• Without difficulty
• Unhurriedly
• Comfortably
• Naturally