adverb
smoothly
SMOOTH-lee
adverb
1
In a smooth, even way, without interruptions, friction, or trouble.
"The handover to the new manager went smoothly."
"The car glided smoothly along the empty motorway."
How to Use Smoothly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWithout bumps, hitches, or problems — describes how something happens or moves.
Common pairings
run smoothly
go smoothly
sail smoothly
Word Forms
smoothlier comparative, more smoothly comparative, smoothliest superlative, most smoothly superlative
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Etymology
From Old English smoþe ("smooth") plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.