fairly
Translation
quite, rather, justly, equitably
Examples
The test was fairly difficult.
The test was fairly difficult.
She always treats her children fairly.
She always treats her children fairly.
Grammar Patterns
((modifying an adjective/adverb)) to a moderate degree; quite The test was fairly difficult.
((modifying a verb)) in a just or reasonable way She always treats her children fairly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: quite, rather, justly, impartially; Antonyms: unfairly, unjustly
Etymology
From the adjective 'fair' plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
It has two main meanings: 'to a moderate degree' (like 'quite') and 'in a just way'.