Synonyms of lightly

lightly

adverb

ˈlīt-lē 

as in easily

without difficulty

you're not going to get off lightly if they catch you!

Synonyms & Similar Words

• easily
• smoothly
• effortlessly
• easy
• freely
• efficiently
• readily
• well
• painlessly
• handily
• facilely
• fluently
• without a hitch
• hands down
• instinctively
• skillfully
• in a breeze
• expertly
• deftly
• dexterously
• without ado
• competently
• adroitly
• ably
• masterfully
• no sweat
• adeptly
• proficiently
• spontaneously
• naturally
• intuitively

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hardly
• strenuously
• laboriously
• arduously
• thoroughly
• clumsily
• awkwardly
• ineptly
• unskillfully
• painfully
• gracelessly
• meticulously
• painstakingly
• intensely
• diligently
• intently
• assiduously
• tirelessly
• mightily
• maladroitly
• industriously
• ham-handedly
• sedulously
• indefatigably

Examples of lightly in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cook for 3 minutes, flipping once, until lightly browned. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2024

This interview has been lightly edited and condensed for length and clarity. —Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024

How to Dry Body Brush Effectively I was taught to do it as follows: whip the brush lightly in upward strokes towards the heart. —Hannah Coates, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024

Answers have been lightly edited only to correct spelling or grammar or to remove offensive language and hate speech. —Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 8 Oct. 2024