Fairly

adverb

/ˈfɛə(ɹ).li/

Word Frequency: 32.0

Definitions

1.adverb(manner) 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.adverbFavorably; auspiciously; commodiously.

"a town fairly situated for foreign trade"

3.adverbHonestly; properly.

"Consumer laws aim to have consumers fairly treated."

4.adverbSoftly; quietly; gently.

5.adverb(degree) Partly, not fully; somewhat.

"The weather this weekend will be fairly dry."

6.adverbAlmost; practically.

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