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

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Physical differences, which can sometimes become a talking point among children, are equally normalized. —Hannah Silverman, Parents, 16 Mar. 2026

But the indirect benefits are equally significant. —Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026

Not all soups freeze equally well, but simple adjustments can help preserve flavor and texture for most recipes. —Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing equally

• equally as

Rhymes for equally

• unequally