Equally Meaning and Definition
Equally
Pronunciation
/ˈɪkwəli/
Part of Speech
Adverb
Definition
In the same proportion or amount; similarly; identically.
Examples
- The two siblings were equally talented in music and sports.
- They worked equally hard to meet the deadline.
Synonyms
- Alike
- Similarly
- Uniformly
Antonyms
- Differently
- Unequally
- Unevenly
Etymology
The word “Equally” comes from the Latin “aequo,” meaning “equal.”
Usage Notes
Use “Equally” to emphasize similarity or proportion between two or more things. It is often used to describe a situation where two or more parties are treated the same or hold the same status.
Cultural References
The phrase “Equally good” is often used in the popular TV show “The Office” to describe the culinary skills of the characters.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- Equally matched
- Equally balanced
Related Words or Phrases
- Alike
- Altogether
- Identically
Collocations
- Equally matched opponents
- Equally valuable contributions
Frequency of Use
“Equally” is a relatively common word in informal and formal writing and speech, appearing in about 1% of all written material.
Common Misspellings
- Equel
- Equily
- Equallyy