Pronunciation

/smuːðli/

Definitions

• Adverb: Characterizing or describing the manner in which an action is performed. It typically modifies verbs, indicating a smooth, effortless, or unobstructed movement or process.

Phrases

• “Smoothly running” refers to something operating without problems or interruptions.
• “He drove the car smoothly along the highway.”
• “Her speech went smoothly despite the initial nerves.”

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “She performed the task smoothly, without any mistakes.”
• “The machine started up smoothly after the maintenance.”
• “He moved the ball across the field with a smooth, precise pass.”

Synonyms

• Effortlessly
• Gracefully
• Glidingly
• Silently (when referring to sound)
• Seamlessly
• Streamlined

Antonyms

• Roughly
• Jerkily
• Clumsily
• Hesitantly
• Snaggle-toothed (informal, referring to a bumpy process)