equally

[ee-kwuh-lee]

adverb

1. in an equal or identical manner.

   to treat rich and poor equally.

2. to an equal degree or extent.

   You are equally matched.

Word History and Origins

Origin of equally¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; equal, -ly

Example Sentences

Political cartooning is a dying art, usurped by illustrations that trade intelligent ribbing for low-brow button pushing — or, equally as startling, memes that require minimal effort to make.

From Salon

But Rayner's extraordinary rise to the apex of British politics with the Labour Party has culminated in an equally spectacular fall.

From BBC

“Their reputations are on the line. Our reputations are on the line. Nobody’s saying there’s no risks. But there are contingencies ... mitigation strategies, security packages and contractual regimes that equally meet that risk,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

While Clinton's departure would no doubt be a blow, United can take confidence from their ability to attract Park, who has made an equally strong impression in recent years.

From BBC

“Each day should be equally important. Every little play, pitch, should be equally important. ‘How you do anything is how you do everything,’ that kind of adage, I believe in that.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• equitably 
• fairly 
• justly 
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