This is the 2842nd most frequent Japanese word.
いとも
"いとも" means "very" or "extremely" in English.
In this sentence, 'いとも' is used to emphasize the effortless manner in solving the problem, often paired with '簡単に' to indicate 'very easily' or 'effortlessly.'
彼はその難題をいとも簡単に解決した。
He solved the difficult problem very easily.
Here, 'いとも' is used to describe the extreme nature of the challenging situation, providing intensity to the description.
試験準備をいとも困難な状況で行った。
They prepared for the exam under very challenging circumstances.
In this case, 'いとも' highlights the level of happiness with which the job was accepted, indicating a notable degree of delight.