Words / B1

SIMPL-ee/ˈsɪmpli/

Simply means only, or in a plain way: it is simply too late; explain it simply. Simple is already in the dictionary. Just is everyday. Portals: the form is simply closed after 4pm.

Meaning

Only; or in a plain, easy way.

Examples

• “The portal is simply closed after 4pm; email is not a late entry.”
• “Put the method simply in three steps; a page of theory is not “simply”.”

Good to know

simply + adjective / verb phrase. Adjective: simple. Everyday: just / only. Exams / IT notices. Mix-up: simply as “in a simple manner” versus “merely”.

Near in meaning

just

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