easily vs easy

easily is not an adjective while easy is an adjective.

easily and easy both are adverbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
easily	No	No	No	Yes
easy	No	Yes	No	Yes

As adverbs, easily and easy are synonyms defined as:

easily and easy: with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily')

easily (adjective)	easy (adjective)
	posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
	free from worry or anxiety
	obtained with little effort or sacrifice, often obtained illegally
	less in demand and therefore readily obtainable
	affording comfort
	marked by moderate steepness
	readily exploited or tricked
	having little impact
	affording pleasure
	in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich
	casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
	not hurried or forced
	not strict

easily (adverb)	easy (adverb)
with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily')	in a relaxed manner; or without hardship
indicating high probability; in all likelihood	with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily')
without doubt	without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly')

Difference between easily and easy

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