Meaning & use

equally

adverb·Everyday

In equal amounts, degrees, or shares, or to the same extent as something else.

See it in a sentence

The inheritance was divided equally among all three of the siblings.

Both candidates are equally qualified for the position, making the choice difficult.

A note on using this word

Equally can modify a verb ('shared equally') or connect two adjectives ('cheap and equally reliable').

Words with a similar meaning

evenlyidentically

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Words with an opposite meaning

unequally

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