Handily
Handily adverb - Without difficulty.
Usage example: handily whipped up a fluffy meringue and spread it on the pie
Thoroughly is an antonym for handily.
Nearby Word: handy
Thoroughly
Thoroughly adverb - With attention to all aspects or details.
Handily is an antonym for thoroughly.
Nearby Words: thorough, thoroughness
Both words in one sentence
- Surely enough, Raiden beats Monsoon pretty handily and thoroughly, and calms down afterwards.
Source: Heroic Safe Mode -
In Episode 22, Ryuko defeats Nui thoroughly and handily.
Source: Anime / Kill la Kill
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