adverb

equally

equally, in equal measure

The prize money was divided equally.

The prize money was divided equally.

This task is equally important.

This task is equally important.

modifies a verb/adjective/adverb The work was divided equally.

Synonyms: evenly, uniformly, impartially; Antonyms: unequally, unevenly

From 'equal' + '-ly' (adverb-forming suffix). 'Equal' comes from Latin 'aequalis', meaning 'uniform, identical, equal'.

Think of an 'equal' sign (=) splitting something into two perfectly balanced parts.

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