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equally
To the same degree or in the same way; likewise. This adverb expresses that a statement applies in the same way to two or more mentioned people, things, or groups.
Die Ausstellung begeisterte Kritiker und Publikum gleichermaßen.
The exhibition delighted critics and audiences equally.
The word 'gleichermaßen' is easy to understand if you break it down: it consists of 'gleicher' (from 'gleich', equal/same) and 'Maßen' (from 'das Maß', measure). Literally, it means 'in equal measures' or 'to the same degree'.
Das neue Gesetz betrifft Arbeitnehmer und Arbeitgeber gleichermaßen.
The new law affects employees and employers equally.
This adverb is used to emphasize that a statement applies to two or more previously mentioned groups or things. It often comes after the elements it connects.
Der Roman wurde von Lesern und Kritikern gleichermaßen gelobt.
The novel was praised by readers and critics equally.
'Gleichermaßen' belongs more to written language or a more formal style. It often sounds somewhat elevated and is used in official texts, speeches, or reports.
Die neuen Regelungen sollen der Umwelt und der Wirtschaft gleichermaßen dienen.
The new regulations are intended to serve the environment and the economy equally.
likewise / equally
Ebenso often compares something with something mentioned earlier or connects the comparison with wie. Gleichermassen directly states that the same statement applies to several mentioned people or groups. When something applies equally to everyone involved, Gleichermassen is therefore often clearer.
Die neue Regel gilt für Gäste und Mitarbeitende gleichermassen.
The new rule applies equally to guests and employees.
Die neue Regel gilt für Gäste ebenso wie für Mitarbeitende.
The new rule applies to guests just as it does to employees.
