smoothly

A2
US /ˈsmuːðli/
adv Freq #9402

Meanings

  1. 1
    adv

    with no problems or difficulties

    put the plans into effect quickly and smoothly

  2. 2
    adv

    in a smooth and diplomatic manner

    'And now,' they said smoothly, 'we will continue the conversation'.

  3. 3
    adv

    in a smooth manner; smooth

    talk smoothly

Etymology

From Middle English smoþely; equivalent to smooth + -ly.

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Thesaurus

Synonyms
1 adv · with no problems or... swimmingly
3 adv · in a smooth manner; smooth swimmingly

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