Word
equally
Phoneticsequal·ly
US/ˈikwəɫi/
UK/ˈiːkwəli/
Adverb of manner
Definitions
01in the same amount
B1 · Intermediate
adv. in the same amount or parts for everyone.
adv. in equal shares, proportions, or quantities; evenly distributed.
“The two sisters divided the inheritance equally between them.”
“The manager ensured that the bonus pool was distributed equally among all team members to maintain morale during the transition.”
Usage
Often follows the verb or the object it modifies.
Synonyms
Antonyms
02to the same degree
B1 · Intermediate
adv. to the same level or extent as something else.
adv. to an equal degree or extent; used to compare the intensity of two qualities.
“Both candidates are equally qualified for the job.”
“While the first proposal is cheaper, the second is equally effective in addressing the long-term structural issues.”
Usage
Commonly placed before an adjective or another adverb.
Antonyms
03adding a balanced point
B2 · Upper Intermediate Academic
adv. used to introduce another fact that is just as important as the first one.
adv. used as a conjunctive adverb to introduce a coordinate point of equivalent importance.
“Diet is important for health; equally, you need to get enough sleep.”
“The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions; equally, it must protect the livelihoods of those working in traditional industries.”
Usage
Often used at the beginning of a sentence or clause to link ideas.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “equally” in context.
Verb
01. equally affect
“The new tax laws will equally affect small businesses and large corporations.”
adv + verb
02. equally apply
“These safety rules equally apply to all employees, regardless of their position.”
adv + verb
03. equally contribute
“Both team members equally contribute to the success of the project.”
adv + verb
04. equally distribute
“The teacher tried to equally distribute the resources among all the students.”
adv + verb
Adjective
05. equally effective
“Studies show that the generic medicine is equally effective as the brand-name version.”
adv + adj
06. equally likely
“It is equally likely that the game will be canceled or postponed due to the rain.”
adv + adj
07. equally valid
“Both candidates presented equally valid arguments during the debate.”
adv + adj
08. equally important
Etymology
From equal + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
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