SMOOTHLY Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

smoothly

adverb

Definition of smoothly

as in effortlessly

without difficulty we proceeded smoothly to the next stage of the project

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Recent Examples of smoothly Phones use memory to keep apps running smoothly. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026 Even packed with her belongings, the purse zips smoothly and doesn’t look bulky, which is a win for a mini bag. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026 However, the rush to launch sites that look as slick as iPhone ads has not always gone smoothly. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 30 June 2026 The game runs smoothly on PC with solid performance even during the busiest fights. — Jason Bennett, Arkansas Online, 28 June 2026 Shareholders are prepared for Dimon to finally hand over, but want it to be done as smoothly as possible. — Anirban Sen, USA Today, 29 June 2026 Designed to dry quickly after getting wet, these sandals are a wardrobe must-have for island travel, moving smoothly from beach days to casual dinners. — Ariana Dickson, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026 Its on-ear build unifies Siri and Google voice assistant shortcuts alongside multi-point connection gear to swap audio smoothly between devices. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026 Atlanta companies and commuters have adapted to the inevitable traffic and congestion of the World Cup, finding ways to keep business flowing smoothly while allowing their employees to experience a unique opportunity. — Carson Bonner, AJC.com, 1 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoothly

Adverb

Postwar fashion swung hard towards simplicity, and Chanel’s minimalism scaled effortlessly into that mood.

— Dr. Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
And none of those stars are able to carry an awards campaign the way Domingo effortlessly has as a model talk show guest and permanent fixture on Best Dressed lists throughout the year.

— Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 30 June 2026

Definition of effortlessly

Adverb

Kaum, on the second floor of the beach club, is a top spot for traditional Indonesian recipes, while easy-going Ijen specializes in fresh oysters, prawn skewers and other beachy bites from lunch to well after dinner.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
Very delicate and moist, not to mention easy!

— Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 28 June 2026

Definition of easy

Adverb

These upgrades are intended to improve the robot’s ability to manipulate tools, handle materials, and work efficiently in factory environments.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
Many beaches, parks, and attractions are spread out, and public transit doesn’t reach all of them efficiently.

— Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026

Definition of efficiently

Adverb

Rather than expressing yourself freely, your primary concern becomes preventing conflict or hostility.

— Mark Travers, CNBC, 5 July 2026
The parliament in England created laws against Quakers, forbidding them to worship freely, charging them with punishments for refusing to take oaths or refusing to remove their hats.

— Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 3 July 2026