Definition

In a way that is even and without bumps or interruptions.

Example

The car glided smoothly over the road.

Conversation

How did your presentation go yesterday?

It went really well, everything went smoothly.

That's great to hear! What do you think made it go so smoothly?

I practiced a lot, and that helped me feel more confident.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Smoothly → It is formed from "smooth" (from Old English *smoð*, meaning even or level) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "smoothly" means in a manner that is even or level, without roughness or interruption.

Memory Tip

Think of something being even and level ('smooth') and done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'smoothly' describes how something is done in a smooth way.

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