Meaning & Definition of Smoothly in English
English⟶
Smoothly
/smuðli/
adverb
1. With no problems or difficulties
- "Put the plans into effect quickly and smoothly"
- "Despite of some mishaps, everything went swimmingly"
synonym:
- smoothly,
- swimmingly
2. In a smooth and diplomatic manner
- "`and now,' he said smoothly, `we will continue the conversation'"
synonym:
- smoothly
Examples of using
Her work was going smoothly.
Everything went smoothly.
Steam locomotives run less smoothly than electric trains.