effortlessly

UK: /ˈef.ət.ləs.li/ | US: /ˈef.ɚt.ləs.li/

Definition

  1. adv. in a manner requiring no physical or mental exertion; with ease

  2. adv. smoothly and naturally, without apparent effort

Structure
effort <attempt>less <without>ly <adverb suffix>
Etymology

The word "effortlessly" combines "effort" (from Old French esfort, meaning "force" or "attempt") with the suffix "-less" (Old English -lēas, denoting absence). The adverbial "-ly" (Old English -līce) transforms it into an adverb. The progression reflects a shift from "forceful attempt" → "without effort" → "done with ease."

Examples

  1. She danced effortlessly across the stage.

  2. He solved the complex math problem effortlessly.

  3. The bird glided effortlessly through the sky.

  4. The chef sliced the vegetables effortlessly.

  5. Despite the challenge, she spoke the foreign language effortlessly.