Main Entry: fair·ly

Pronunciation: \ˈfer-lē\

Function: adverb

Date: 12th century

1 : in a handsome manner <a table fairly set>
2 obsolete a : in a gentle manner : quietly b : in a courteous manner
3 : so to speak : nearly, practically <fairly bursting with pride>
4 a : in a proper or legal manner <fairly priced stocks> b : without bias or distortion : impartially <a story told fairly and objectively>
5 : to a full degree or extent : plainly, distinctly <had fairly caught sight of him>
6 : rather 5, moderately <a fairly easy job>