Definition for EAS'I-LY

EAS'I-LY, adv. [From easy.]

  1. Without difficulty or great labor; without great exertion, or sacrifice of labor or expense; as, this task may be easily performed; that event might have been easily foreseen.
  2. Without pain, anxiety or disturbance; in tranquillity; as, to pass life well and easily. Temple.
  3. Readily; without the pain of reluctance. Not soon provoked, she easily forgives. Prior.
  4. Smoothly; quietly; gently; without tumult or discord.
  5. Without violent shaking or jolting; as, a carriage moves easily.

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