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

And equally important, many perennials provide important food sources for beneficial insects and pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, and birds. —Lauren David, Southern Living, 6 June 2026

Loose silhouettes are key when running around town; relaxed athletic shorts and an equally slouchy button-up work perfectly. —Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 6 June 2026

The geography of the risk is equally clear. —John W.h. Denton Ao, Fortune, 6 June 2026

Referees are equally exposed to the heat. —Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing equally

• equally as

Rhymes for equally

• unequally