FLUENTLY Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

fluently

adverb

Definition of fluently

as in smoothly

without difficulty fluently negotiates even the most challenging slalom courses

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Recent Examples of fluently Biscuits • Beard speaks Dutch fluently in part because Brendan Hunt, who co-wrote the episode with Jason Sudeikis, speaks Dutch fluently. — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2026 Sam, who speaks Arabic fluently and whose specialties brought him to the Middle East, is working in Dubai. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 6 Oct. 2026 The Ute Indians were the dominant tribe in the region, and Mears was one of the few whites who learned to speak their language fluently. — Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026 However, this isn’t a foolproof rule-of-thumb, as some candidates who do talk about AI fluently haven’t really applied it. — Stephen Snyder, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 Many communities speak it fluently even if in my community and elsewhere, English is being used more and more. — Eythana Miller, The Dial, 24 Sep. 2026 His friends are taller and thicker and all speak English fluently, with traditional Hamburg slow pacing and a slight accent. — Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026 With the Monk pieces, Batiste is translating into different musical languages, fluently and consistently. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026 For young children who haven’t yet learned to read fluently, subtitles can also be difficult to keep up with. — Hannah Silverman, Parents, 20 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluently

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Strike team leader Jamie Callahan will work to ensure state agencies are cooperating with local governments and LA28 so the Games run smoothly.

— James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
The Nordic deterrence cluster also functions smoothly within NATO’s collective defense framework.

— Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of smoothly

Adverb

Amenities and experiences The hotel's best amenity is easily the rooftop pool, located on the 28th floor and designed around the shifting colors of the zircon gem.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Okechukwu, who is classified as a sophomore, had six points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in 21 minutes as Tech won easily 64-37 over Charlotte.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of easily

Adverb

Plus, the roomy hems slip effortlessly over fall footwear, including ankle booties and Chelsea boots.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026
One kid can have fun with a Stomp Rocket; two kids can execute some impressive teamwork; three or four kids can share effortlessly.

— Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of effortlessly

Adverb

However, developing electrolytes that can transport fluoride ions efficiently at room temperature has remained a significant challenge.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
Part of the research assignment was to figure out how to more efficiently extract carbon from deep seawater and add it to the shallow water near the coral to simulate rising ocean acidity.

— Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of efficiently

Adverb

On Djerba Island, meanwhile, beaches and extensive resort infrastructure make combining an eclipse chase with a conventional Mediterranean vacation particularly easy — with a view of Mos Eisley thrown in for good measure.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Despite his notoriously fiery TV persona, the Gordon Ramsay meal kit doesn’t include any pre-packaged insults or threats to shut your kitchen down — just easy-to-follow recipe cards.

— Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of easy

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Any guilt or shame that comes from this evaluation can spill over into what foods are served freely at home and which are restricted.

— Bryn Beeder, The Conversation, 1 Nov. 2026
Broker-dealers are required to forward proxy materials to beneficial owners, while much of the reimbursement framework is governed by industry rules rather than freely negotiated by Broadridge.

— Isabella Gao, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2026

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