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Definition simply in American English

simply adverb

adverb
/ˈsɪmpli/
1

in a way that is not complicated or confusing

Example

I've stated my intention as simply as possible.

Synonyms and related words
straightforward simple make sense
2

completely, or as much as possible

Example

I'd had a hard day and was simply exhausted.

Example

Joe was simply astounded to hear their news.

Synonyms and related words
completely thoroughly fully simply wide utmost
3

used for emphasizing that what you are saying is nothing more than what you say it is

Example

The reason we didn't come was simply because of the rain.

Example

She failed because, quite simply, she didn't try hard enough.

Synonyms and related words
actually certainly clearly
4

in a very ordinary or plain way

Example

We live very simply and don't spend a lot of money.

Synonyms and related words
plain simple functional BAU identikit normal
Definition simply in American English