Need another word that means the same as “simply”? Find 20 synonyms and 30 related words for “simply” in this overview.
The synonyms of “Simply” are: plainly, just, but, merely, only, straightforwardly, directly, soberly, modestly, naturally, quietly, purely, solely, for no other reason, utterly, absolutely, completely, positively, really, totally
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “simply” as an adverb can have the following definitions:
absolutely | Used to emphasize a strong or exaggerated statement. She trusted him absolutely. |
but | No more than; only. He is but a shadow of his former self. |
completely | So as to be complete; with everything necessary. Was completely at fault. |
directly | Without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening. The houses directly opposite. |
for no other reason | Used to express refusal or denial or disagreement etc or especially to emphasize a negative statement. |
just | (used for emphasis) absolutely. Just help yourselves. |
merely | Just; only. I was merely asking. |
modestly | With modesty; in a modest manner. He lived modestly in a small house. |
naturally | As might be expected. A naturally bright pupil. |
only | And nothing more. There are only a limited number of tickets available. |
plainly | Unmistakably plain is often used informally for plainly. She was dressed plainly. |
positively | In a positive way, especially by expressing optimism, agreement, or acceptance. Only three drivers tested positively for excess alcohol following accidents in the area. |
purely | Restricted to something. The purpose of the meeting was purely to give information. |
quietly | With little or no activity or no agitation quiet is a nonstandard variant for quietly. Her hands rested quietly in her lap. |
really | Used as intensifiers real is sometimes used informally for really rattling is informal. I m sorry Ruth I really am. |
soberly | With moderation or self-restraint; temperately. Soberly dressed men in black or grey. |
solely | Not involving anyone or anything else; only. Did it solely for money. |
straightforwardly | In a way that is uncomplicated and easy to do or understand. Neither candidate has talked straightforwardly about this issue. |
totally | Used to express agreement. They came from totally different backgrounds. |
utterly | Completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers. He looked utterly ridiculous. |
already | Used after a word or phrase to express impatience. It was already past four o clock. |
bare | Just barely adequate or within a lower limit. Bare your feelings. |
braggadocio | Vain and empty boasting. |
but | And nothing more. He is but a shadow of his former self. |
despite | Contemptuous treatment or behaviour; outrage. She wanted neither favor nor despite. |
few | The minority of people; the elect. Few women have led troops in battle. |
handful | A person or group that is very difficult to deal with or control. A small handful of fresh coriander. |
heretofore | Used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time. Diseases that heretofore were usually confined to rural areas. |
however | To whatever extent. Although I m a little afraid however I d like to try it. |
insignificant | Not worthy of notice. The sum required was insignificant compared with military spending. |
just | Of an opinion or appraisal well founded justifiable. Simon really messed things up Didn t he just. |
mere | Used to emphasize that the fact of something being present in a situation is enough to influence that situation. His stomach rebelled at the mere thought of food. |
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. |
nonetheless | In spite of that; nevertheless. The rally which the government had declared illegal was nonetheless attended by some 6 000. |
notwithstanding | Despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession. I didn't like it. Notwithstanding, I remained calm. |
only | Being the only one single and isolated from others. Call me only if your cold gets worse. |
pittance | A pious bequest to a religious house or order to provide extra food and wine at particular festivals, or on the anniversary of the benefactor’s death. They work all day for a mere pittance. |
purely | Restricted to something. The purpose of the meeting was purely to give information. |
pushover | Any undertaking that is easy to do. This is going to be a pushover. |
readily | Without delay or difficulty; easily. Transport is readily available. |
simple | Easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty. A quiet unassuming man with simple tastes. |
single | Being or characteristic of a single thing or person. Had but a single thought which was to escape. |
sole | Put a new sole on. Sole the shoes. |
soupcon | A slight but appreciable amount. |
suffix | Append something especially as a suffix. Suffix words. |
though | However (indicating that a factor qualifies or imposes restrictions on what was said previously. I was hunting for work Jobs were scarce though. |
tyro | Someone new to a field or activity. |
whatever | One or some or every or all without specification. We told him we d back him whatever. |
yet | Despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession. I hope to continue for some time yet. |
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