Easily

Pronunciation: /iːzəli/

Definitions of easily

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb by indicating the manner in which something is done

Example Sentences

A1 She can easily read simple sentences in English.

A2 He easily understood the basic instructions for the game.

B1 They can easily communicate with others in everyday situations.

B2 The new software program can easily handle large amounts of data.

C1 The expert easily solved the complex mathematical problem.

C2 She easily navigated through the advanced features of the software.

Examples of easily in a Sentence

formal With the right training and resources, complex problems can be easily solved.

informal Don't worry, you can easily finish that assignment in no time.

slang She can easily ace that test without even studying.

figurative His words easily cut through the tension in the room.

Grammatical Forms of easily

• past tense: eased
• plural: easilies
• comparative: more easily
• superlative: most easily
• present tense: easily
• future tense: will easily
• perfect tense: have easily
• continuous tense: is easily
• singular: easy
• positive degree: easy
• infinitive: to easily
• gerund: easilying
• participle: easilyed

Origin and Evolution of easily

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'easily' originated from the Old French word 'aisement' which was derived from the Latin word 'ad' (to) and 'satis' (enough).

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'easily' has retained its original meaning of 'with ease' or 'without difficulty'. However, its usage has expanded to include a broader range of contexts beyond just physical ease, such as mental ease or simplicity.