fairly

Word parts

fair + -ly

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈfɛə(r).li/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈfɛr.li/

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• Hyphenation: fair‧ly

Adverb

Positive fairly

Comparative more fairly

Superlative most fairly

1. Fairly is when something is between slightly and very.

   The sun was shining brightly today, however the light breeze still made it feel fairly chilly.

2. If something is done fairly, it is just or proper.

   The teacher told the students they had to take turns and play fairly on the swings.