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Definition easily in British English

easily adverb

adverb
/ˈiːzɪli/
1

without difficulty or effort

Example

I could easily manage without a car.

Example

To her surprise the key turned easily in the lock.

Example

You could easily get there in a day.

Example

I don't think she's easily impressed.

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2

used for saying that something is likely to happen or be true

Example

The situation could easily get worse.

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Example

This is easily his best album in years.

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4

in a confident and relaxed way

Example

Sam and Luke had met before and chatted easily.

Example

He moved easily between traditional and modern jazz.

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5

more quickly or more often than is usual or normal

Example

Some babies cry more easily than others.

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Definition easily in British English