“Free” and “freely” are related terms, but they have different meanings and uses. “Free” means without charge, while “freely” is an adverb that means in a free manner or without any restrictions. This lesson will define each word and provide examples to illustrate their proper usage.
Free
Definition:
“Free” means without charge or cost.
Examples of use:
Both faculty and students are admitted to the game free.
The museum offers free admission on Sundays.
She received a free sample of the new product in the mail.
Freely
Definition:
“Freely” is an adverb that means in a free manner or without any restrictions.
Examples of use:
They freely voiced their opinions to their boss.
The birds flew freely across the open sky.
Information was freely exchanged among the participants at the conference.
“Free” refers to something provided without charge, while “freely” describes an action done without restrictions or in a free manner. Understanding the difference between these terms ensures their correct and effective usage.
