Easily
Easily (adverb)
Easily (/ˈiːzɪli/), is an adverb that originates from the Old English word eath, which means "without difficulty or effort". It is commonly used in the English language to describe something that is done without difficulty or effort.
Etymology
The term "easily" is derived from the Old English eath, which means "without difficulty or effort". The suffix -ly was added later, during the Middle English period, to form the adverb. The word has been in use since the 14th century.
Usage
In English, "easily" is used to modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs. It describes an action that is performed without difficulty or effort. For example, in the sentence "She completed the task easily", "easily" modifies the verb "completed" to indicate that the task was done without difficulty.
Related Terms
- Effortless: Something that is done without difficulty or effort.
- Simple: Something that is not complicated or difficult to do or understand.
- Straightforward: Something that is easy to understand or simple to do.
- Uncomplicated: Something that is not complex or difficult to understand or do.
See Also
- Adverb: A word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.
- English language: A West Germanic language that originated from Anglo-Frisian dialects brought to Britain in the mid 5th to 7th centuries AD by Anglo-Saxon settlers.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Easily
- Wikipedia's article - Easily
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