equally
Translation
equally, in the same way, to the same degree
Examples
The prize money was divided equally among the winners.
The prize money was divided equally among the winners.
It's an equally important issue.
It's an equally important issue.
Grammar Patterns
((adverb)) modifying a verb The prize money was divided equally.
((adverb)) modifying an adjective It's an equally important issue.
Similar Words
Synonyms: evenly, uniformly, likewise; Antonyms: unequally, unevenly
Etymology
From Latin 'aequalis' (equal, level). The '-ly' suffix forms an adverb.
Memory Tips
Contains the word 'equal'. Think of an equals sign (=) balancing two things perfectly.