English · Adjectives

simply

/ˈsɪmpli/

[/ˈsɪmpli/]

in an easy or plain way

Beginneradverb

Definition

Simply means in a plain, easy way, or just only.

Example

He explained the rule simply so everyone understood.

He explained the rule simply so everyone understood.

Etymology

From 'simple', from Latin 'simplus', plus '-ly'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to mean plainly or merely, often to make a point clear.

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