SOLELY: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for SOLELY?

Need another word that means the same as “solely”? Find 13 synonyms and 30 related words for “solely” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Solely” are: alone, entirely, exclusively, only, simply, just, merely, uniquely, completely, absolutely, totally, wholly, no more than

Solely as an Adverb

Definitions of "Solely" as an adverb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “solely” as an adverb can have the following definitions:

• Not involving anyone or anything else; only.
• Without any others being included or involved.

Synonyms of "Solely" as an adverb (13 Words)

absolutely	None whatsoever. He absolutely adores that car.
alone	Without any others being included or involved. The pillar stood alone supporting nothing.
completely	Totally; utterly. The fire completely destroyed the building.
entirely	Solely. We have an entirely different outlook.
exclusively	To the exclusion of others; only. He works for Mr Smith exclusively.
just	Expressing agreement. I ve just seen the local paper.
merely	Just; only. Gary a silent boy merely nodded.
no more than	Used to express refusal or denial or disagreement etc or especially to emphasize a negative statement.
only	No more than (implying that more was expected); merely. She turned into the car park only to find her way blocked.
simply	(used for emphasis) absolutely. Quite simply some things have to be taught.
totally	Completely; absolutely. The building was totally destroyed by the fire.
uniquely	In a way that belongs or is connected to only one particular person or thing. A way of life that was uniquely British.
wholly	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent whole is often used informally for wholly. The distinction is not wholly clear.

Usage Examples of "Solely" as an adverb

• People are appointed solely on the basis of merit.
• He is solely responsible for any debts the company may incur.
• Did it solely for money.

Associations of "Solely" (30 Words)

absolutely	None whatsoever. Dad was absolutely furious.
all	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent whole is often used informally for wholly. My ankle s gone all wobbly.
alone	Having no help or participation from others. He is alone in the field of microbiology.
altogether	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole’ is often used informally for `wholly. An altogether new approach.
collectively	In conjunction with; combined. The vast range of resources that the American people collectively own.
completely	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole’ is often used informally for `wholly. Was completely at fault.
devoted	Dedicated exclusively to a purpose or use. A life devoted to poetry.
entirely	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole’ is often used informally for `wholly. Eight coaches entirely for passenger transport.
exclusively	To the exclusion of others; only. He works for Mr Smith exclusively.
forlorn	(of an aim or endeavour) unlikely to succeed or be fulfilled. A forlorn cause.
generic	Characteristic of or relating to a class or group of things; not specific. Is there a generic Asian mind.
indivisible	Unable to be divided or separated. One nation indivisible.
lone	Characterized by or preferring solitude. Houses in lone rural settings.
oneness	The fact or state of being one in number. Holding to the oneness of God the Father as the only God.
only	Being the only one single and isolated from others. It s simply the only place to be seen these days.
outright	Directly or openly. They decided to buy the company outright.
perfectly	In a manner or way that could not be better. A perfectly idiotic idea.
secluded	Providing privacy or seclusion. The gardens are quiet and secluded.
sole	Put a new sole on. A big blister on each heel and sole.
solitary	(of a flower or other part) borne singly. A solitary retreat.
thoroughly	Completely and absolutely good is sometimes used informally for thoroughly. She was soon thoroughly bored.
totally	Used to express agreement. The building was totally destroyed by the fire.
uniquely	In a very special or unusual way. Uniquely the United Kingdom is on target to fulfil the promise to double its aid to developing nations.
unity	Each of the three dramatic principles requiring limitation of the supposed time of a drama to that occupied in acting it or to a single day unity of time use of one scene throughout unity of place and concentration on the development of a single plot unity of action. Ways of preserving family unity.
unrewarding	Not rewarding; not providing personal satisfaction. It was dull unrewarding work.
unshared	Not shared with or by another or others. Most of those placed in hostels would prefer unshared independent accommodation.
unsuited	Not easy to combine harmoniously. He was totally unsuited for the job.
utterly	Completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers. Utterly miserable.
whole	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent whole is often used informally for wholly. A whole week.
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.