Simply Definition & Meaning
simply
- adverb
- 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"
- absolutely; "I just can't take it anymore"; "he was just grand as Romeo"; "it's simply beautiful!"
- absolutely; altogether; really; "we are simply broke"
- in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment; "she was dressed plainly"; "they lived very simply"
"Simply" in song lyrics
See how simply is used in real songs:
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"Givin' storm troopers fatal injuries with my similies so simply"
Atoms Family f/ Da Cryptic One — Zone 2 Tha Tone -
"the verbal scholly make you holla you get hurt simply"
Blackalicious — The Fabulous Ones -
"As a soldier I take things simply"
Blood of Abraham f/ Will.I.Am — 99¢ Lighter
Words that rhyme with simply
Usage tips for "simply"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "simply" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for simply to find words that pair well.
Use "simply" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does simply mean?
- 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" absolutely; "I just can't take it anymore"; "he was just grand as Romeo"; "it's simply beautiful!" absolutely; altogether; really; "we are simply broke" in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment; "she was dressed plainly"; "they lived very simply"
- What part of speech is simply?
- Simply is an adverb.
- How many definitions does simply have?
- Simply has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).