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fairly vs fair

fair vs fairly

fairly is not a noun while fair is a noun.

fairly is not an adjective while fair is an adjective.

fairly is not a verb while fair is a verb.

fairly and fair both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
fairly No No No Yes
fair Yes Yes Yes Yes
As adverbs, fairly and fair are synonyms defined as:
  • fairly and fair: without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner
Other synonyms of fairly include evenhandedly.
As adverbs, fairly and fair are synonyms defined as:
  • fairly and fair: in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
Other synonyms of fairly include clean.
fairly (noun) fair (noun)
a sale of miscellany; often for charity
a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc.
a competitive exhibition of farm products
gathering of producers to promote business
fairly (adjective) fair (adjective)
(of a baseball) hit between the foul lines
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
very pleasing to the eye
(used of hair or skin) pale or light-colored
free of clouds or rain
gained or earned without cheating or stealing
attractively feminine
(of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections
not excessive or extreme
lacking exceptional quality or ability
fairly (verb) fair (verb)
join so that the external surfaces blend smoothly
fairly (adverb) fair (adverb)
without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner
to certain extent or degree in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
Difference between fairly and fair

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