Seamlessly: meaning, definitions and examples

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[ ˈsiːmləsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in technology or design

In a way that is smooth and continuous, with no gaps or interruptions.

Synonyms

continuously, effortlessly, smoothly.

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Word Description / Examples
seamlessly

Use when you want to describe something happening without any noticeable transitions or interruptions, often used for processes or integrations.

  • The software update was implemented seamlessly, and users did not experience any downtime
smoothly

Good for describing a situation or process that proceeds without problems or difficulties, often focusing on the absence of disruptions.

  • The team worked together smoothly to ensure the project was completed on time
effortlessly

Perfect for describing actions or tasks that are done easily and without much effort, often emphasizing ease and grace.

  • She played the complex piano piece effortlessly, impressing everyone in the audience
continuously

Best for describing something that happens without stopping over a period of time, often related to ongoing actions or processes.

  • The machines operated continuously throughout the night to meet the production deadline

Examples of usage

  • The software allows you to switch between tasks seamlessly.
  • The transition between the two scenes was seamlessly done.
  • The website is designed to load seamlessly on all devices.
Context #2 | Adverb

in social interactions

In a way that is natural and without awkwardness or difficulty.

Synonyms

effortlessly, naturally, smoothly.

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Word Description / Examples
seamlessly

Best used when something transitions or integrates perfectly without any noticeable gaps, interruptions, or difficulties.

  • The new software integrates seamlessly with the existing system
  • The conversation flowed seamlessly from one topic to another
naturally

Used when something occurs in a manner that is innate, without force, and seems instinctive or expected.

  • He handled the situation naturally and with great composure
  • The solution came to her naturally after thinking for a while
smoothly

Used when describing a process or action that happens without trouble, interruptions, or difficulty.

  • The project progressed smoothly from start to finish
  • The car glided smoothly over the newly paved road
effortlessly

Appropriate when describing an action or task that is done with ease and without visible effort.

  • She danced effortlessly across the stage
  • He solved the problem effortlessly in mere seconds

Examples of usage

  • She seamlessly moved from one conversation to another at the party.
  • The actor seamlessly integrated into the new theater group.
  • He transitioned seamlessly into his new role at the company.

Translations

Translations of the word "seamlessly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sem problemas

🇮🇳 सुचारू रूप से

🇩🇪 nahtlos

🇮🇩 dengan mulus

🇺🇦 безперешкодно

🇵🇱 gładko

🇯🇵 シームレスに

🇫🇷 sans couture

🇪🇸 sin problemas

🇹🇷 sorunsuz

🇰🇷 매끄럽게

🇸🇦 بشكل سلس

🇨🇿 bezproblémově

🇸🇰 bez problémov

🇨🇳 无缝地

🇸🇮 brezhibno

🇮🇸 áreynslulaust

🇰🇿 қиындықсыз

🇬🇪 უსასრულოდ

🇦🇿 maneəsiz

🇲🇽 sin problemas

Etymology

The word 'seamlessly' originated from the combination of 'seamless' (from 'seam' + '-less', meaning without a seam or joining) and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. It first appeared in the mid-19th century to describe processes or transitions that are smooth and continuous without interruptions or difficulties.

See also: seams, seamster, seamstress.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,173, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.