equally

adverb

equal·​ly ˈē-kwə-lē 

1

: in an equal or uniform manner : evenly

sharing the money equally

2

: to an equal degree

respected equally by young and old

Examples of equally in a Sentence

The money will be distributed equally among the winners.

My opinions are equally valid.

She's respected equally by the young and old.

The two projects are equally important.

Recent Examples on the Web

Look for a pair with a pointed- or square-toe, and pair them with equally ladylike touches, like a column skirt or trailing statement coat. —Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026

The state representative has equally cultivated a significant social media following, which his campaign has used to boost his name recognition amongst Texas voters on the campaign trail. —Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026

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He’s particularly set on winning over Berthe, who’s equally committed to snubbing him. —Sara Holdren, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing equally

• equally as

Rhymes for equally

• unequally