merely
Pronunciation: [ˈmɪrli]
Word
Context: "similarity"
(adverb) when you want to say that something is just what it is, without anything more or different. If you say someone is merely a friend, it means they are just a friend and nothing extra.
Example
She is merely a student, but she works very hard.
Example
He is not merely a good player; he is the best on the team.
Example
Are you saying that he is merely pretending to be interested?
Context: "limitation"
(adverb) when you want to show that something is simple or not complex. If you say a task is merely an errand, it means it’s just a simple job and nothing too important.
Example
This is merely a suggestion, you don't have to do it.
Example
It's not merely a game; it’s a serious competition.
Example
Is this merely about following the rules?
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