fairly
//ˈfɛə.li//
Forms
- Comparative
- more fairly
- Superlative
- most fairly
Definitions
1.In a fair manner; fair; not biased or skewed or favouring a certain party
- A jury is expected to ensure that the accused is fairly judged.
2.Favorably; auspiciously; commodiously.
3.Honestly; properly.
- Consumer laws aim to have consumers fairly treated.
4.Softly; quietly; gently.
Frequency
Overall
Uncommon· #2314
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Rare
- General reading & writing
- Uncommon
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
Related words
Etymology
From Middle English fayrly, fayrely, vayrliche, equivalent to fair + -ly.