Need another word that means the same as “only”? Find 28 synonyms and 30 related words for “only” in this overview.
The synonyms of “Only” are: alone, entirely, exclusively, solely, but, just, merely, simply, only if, only when, only just, no more than, not more than, as little as, uniquely, wholly, lone, lonesome, sole, solitary, single, one, one and only, unique, only possible, individual, exclusive
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “only” as an adjective can have the following definitions:
alone | Isolated from others. They were not alone in dissenting from the advice. |
exclusive | Restricted to the person, group, or area concerned. Mutually exclusive options. |
individual | Having a striking or unusual character; original. We all have individual cars. |
lone | Characterized by or preferring solitude. The lone skier on the mountain. |
lonesome | Being the only one; single and isolated from others. Lonesome when her husband is away. |
one | Being a single entity made by combining separate components. She s one girl in a million. |
one and only | Of the same kind or quality. |
only possible | Exclusive of anyone or anything else. |
single | Being or characteristic of a single thing or person. Alcohol is the single most important cause of violence. |
sole | Being the only one; single and isolated from others. The sole heir. |
solitary | (of a flower or other part) borne singly. A solitary traveler. |
unique | Belonging or connected to (one particular person, place, or thing. A style of architecture that is unique to Portugal. |
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “only” as an adverb can have the following definitions:
alone | Used to emphasize that only one factor out of several is being considered and that the whole is greater or more extreme. The child stayed home alone. |
as little as | To the same degree (often followed by `as. |
but | No more than; only. Choose from a colourful array of mango starfruit and raspberries to name but a few. |
entirely | Without any others being included or involved. The traffic seemed to consist entirely of black cabs. |
exclusively | To the exclusion of others; only. Exclusively female concerns. |
just | Exactly at this moment or the moment described. It has just enough salt. |
merely | Just; only. I was merely asking. |
no more than | Used to express refusal or denial or disagreement etc or especially to emphasize a negative statement. |
not more than | Used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs. |
only if | With nevertheless the final result. |
only just | Never except when. |
only when | Never except when. |
simply | In a straightforward or plain manner. Simply complete the application form. |
solely | Without any others being included or involved. Did it solely for money. |
uniquely | So as to be unique. A uniquely talented musician. |
wholly | To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent whole is often used informally for wholly. She found herself given over wholly to sensation. |
alone | Lacking companions or companionship. There were fifteen churches in the town centre alone. |
but | An argument against something; an objection. Choose from a colourful array of mango starfruit and raspberries to name but a few. |
despite | Lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike. The despite in which outsiders were held is legendary. |
devoted | Dedicated exclusively to a purpose or use. There is a museum devoted to her work. |
exclusive | (of terms) excluding all but what is specified. An exclusive restaurants and shops. |
exclusively | To the exclusion of others; only. Paints produced exclusively for independent retailers. |
few | A small elite group. An invalid s pleasures are few and far between. |
however | To whatever degree or extent. Although I m a little afraid however I d like to try it. |
idiosyncratic | Peculiar to the individual. We all have our own idiosyncratic gestures. |
individual | Having a striking or unusual character; original. Mark the individual pages. |
individualist | An advocate of a social theory favouring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control. An individualistic way of dressing. |
individuality | Individual characteristics. Clothes with real style and individuality. |
indivisible | Unable to be divided or separated. One nation indivisible. |
just | Of an opinion or appraisal well founded justifiable. A just cause. |
lone | (of a place) unfrequented and remote. She is alone much of the time. |
mere | Apart from anything else; without additions or modifications. The city is a mere 20 minutes from some stunning countryside. |
merely | Just; only. Gary a silent boy merely nodded. |
nevertheless | Despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession. Statements which although literally true are nevertheless misleading. |
once | As soon as. Once I ran into her. |
one | Being a single entity made by combining separate components. He has the one but will need a two and three to go with it. |
oneness | The fact or state of being one in number. A strong sense of oneness is felt with all things. |
purely | In a pure manner. Act nobly speak purely and think charitably. |
simply | In a straightforward or plain manner. It makes Trevor simply furious. |
single | A single measure of spirits. Sex and the single girl. |
sole | Put a new sole on to a shoe. He wanted several pairs of boots to be soled and heeled. |
solely | Not involving anyone or anything else; only. He is solely responsible for any debts the company may incur. |
though | However (indicating that a factor qualifies or imposes restrictions on what was said previously. I was hunting for work Jobs were scarce though. |
trinity | A group of three people or things. God is said to be trinity in unity. |
uniquely | So as to be unique. A uniquely talented musician. |
unshared | Not shared. Most of those placed in hostels would prefer unshared independent accommodation. |
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