easily

[ ee-zuh-lee, eez-lee ]

adverb

1. in an easy manner; with ease; without trouble:

   The traffic moved along easily.

2. beyond question; by far:

   easily the best.

   Synonyms: plainly, clearly, surely, certainly

3. likely; well:

   He may easily change his mind.

easily

/ ˈiːzɪlɪ /

adverb

1. with ease; without difficulty or exertion
2. by far; beyond question; undoubtedly

   he is easily the best in the contest

3. probably; almost certainly

   he may easily come first

Usage

See easy

Other Words From

• over·easi·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of easily¹

First recorded in 1250–1300, easily is from the Middle English word esily. See easy, -ly

Idioms and Phrases

see breathe easy (easily) ; easier (more easily) said than done .

Example Sentences

Seeing how easily Elphaba’s good nature is twisted to fit the agenda of those who seek uniformity and total control is unnervingly parallel to the racist rhetoric so often parroted by conservative mouthpieces.

From Salon

“When we’re really emotionally stimulated, it makes it so much more challenging to have civil conversation. For politicians, I think that’s powerful, because emotions can be very easily manipulated.”

From Los Angeles Times

A cabinet minister has said restricting winter fuel payments does not "sit easily" with him, after estimates it would increase poverty among pensioners.

From BBC

The real trick here was not performed by Geller, but by Carson, who deftly played the role of generous host, making something that could easily have seemed cruel come off as kind.

From New York Times

His next shot, another three, easily ripped through the net.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• calmly
• comfortably
• conveniently
• efficiently
• effortlessly
• freely
• handily
• quickly
• readily
• regularly
• simply
• smoothly
• surely
• well