US /ˈsmuːðli/
adv Freq #9402

Meanings

  1. 1
    adv

    Without any problems or difficulties.

    The meeting went smoothly and finished early.

  2. 2
    adv

    In a steady, even way without sudden movements.

    The car pulled away smoothly from the traffic lights.

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Synonyms
1 adv · without any problems or... swimmingly

Etymology

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

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