simply

/'simpli/
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simply

She decorated the cake simply with a single strawberry.

Definition
  1. Adverb:
    • In a simple, plain, or uncomplicated manner: Used to indicate that something is done without complexity, decoration, or difficulty.
    • Used for emphasis: Used to emphasize a statement, meaning "absolutely," "completely," or "without any doubt."
    • Merely; only; just: Used to indicate that something is nothing more or less than what is stated, often minimizing its importance or scope.
Examples of Usage
  • In a simple manner:
    • She explained the concept simply and clearly.
    • They live simply, without many material possessions.
  • Used for emphasis:
    • The view from the top is simply breathtaking.
    • I am simply exhausted after the long journey.
  • Meaning "merely" or "only":
    • I was simply asking a question, not making a demand.
    • It is simply a matter of following the instructions.
Advanced Usage
  • "to put it simply": Used to introduce a very basic or straightforward explanation of something complex.
    • To put it simply, the company needs to increase its sales to survive.
  • "simply put": A variant of the above phrase, meaning "stated in a simple way."
    • Simply put, we cannot afford it.
Variants and Related Words
  • Simple (adj): Easy to understand or do; not complicated.
    • The instructions were simple to follow.
  • Simplify (verb): To make something simpler or easier to do or understand.
    • We need to simplify the application process.
Synonyms
  • Plainly: In a simple, uncomplicated manner.
  • Just: Merely; only. (Also used for emphasis.)
  • Merely: Only; just.
  • Absolutely: Completely; totally (for emphatic use).
Related Phrases
  • Simply because: Used to give a basic or sole reason.
    • I did it simply because it was the right thing to do.
  • Not simply... but...: Used to contrast a minimal view with a more significant one.
    • He is not simply a teacher, but a true mentor to his students.
simply

She decorated the cake simply with a single strawberry.

Adverb
  1. in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment
    • she was dressed plainly
    • they lived very simply
  2. absolutely; altogether; really
    • we are simply broke
  3. absolutely
    • I just can't take it anymore
    • he was just grand as Romeo
    • it's simply beautiful!
  4. and nothing more
    • I was merely asking
    • it is simply a matter of time
    • just a scratch
    • he was only a child
    • hopes that last but a moment

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