solely
/'soulli/
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Definition
- Adverb:
- Exclusively; involving nothing else: Used to indicate that something is done or involves only one particular thing, person, or factor, with no others included.
- Entirely; completely: Used to emphasize that a statement or action is total and without exception.
Usage
- The adverb "solely" is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to restrict the meaning to a single element. It emphasizes that no other factors are involved.
- It is typically placed before the word it modifies (e.g., ) or at the end of a clause for emphasis (e.g., ).
Examples
- Modifying a verb:
- The decision was based solely on the available evidence.
- She works solely from her home office.
- Modifying an adjective:
- He is solely responsible for the project's failure.
- This privilege is solely yours.
- At the end of a clause:
- They invested in the company solely for profit.
- The award was given to her solely.
Advanced Usage
- "Solely because (of)": Used to introduce the single, exclusive reason for something.
- The event was canceled solely because of the weather.
- "Solely in charge/control": Emphasizes that one person has complete and exclusive authority.
- While the manager is away, she is solely in charge.
Variants and Related Words
- Sole (adjective): Being the only one; single.
- He was the sole survivor of the accident.
- Exclusively (adverb): To the exclusion of others; only.
- This room is used exclusively for meetings.
- Only (adverb): And no one or nothing more besides; solely.
- This information is for your eyes only.
Synonyms
- Exclusively
- Only
- Entirely
- Alone (in the sense of 'only')
- Purely
Antonyms
- Jointly
- Together
- Partially
- Inclusively
Related Phrases
- Rely solely on: To depend exclusively on something or someone.
- We rely solely on renewable energy.
- Focus solely on: To concentrate exclusively on one thing.
- For now, you should focus solely on your studies.
Adverb
- without any others being included or involved
- was entirely to blame
- a school devoted entirely to the needs of problem children
- he works for Mr. Smith exclusively
- did it solely for money
- the burden of proof rests on the prosecution alone
- a privilege granted only to him