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Simply Meaning, Usage & Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：just (simply)
simply
/ˈsɪmpli/
adv.
used to emphasize that there's no other reason or explanation; it's just that way.
just
➕
/dʒʌst/
adv.
Used to emphasize that something is exactly as stated, with no additional reason or complexity.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'simplus' (single) + '-ly' (adverbial suffix).
💡 Mnemonic
Think of 'SIMPLY' as 'SIMPLE' + 'LY' – doing something in a simple manner or just as simple as that.
📖 Example
I'm not angry, I'm simply telling you how I feel.
I'm not angry, I'm simply telling you how I feel.
🔗 Collocations
simply put – to express something in a straightforward way
simply because – for no other reason than
simply stated – expressed in a clear, uncomplicated way
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
complexly (adv.) – in a complicated or intricate manner
🌱 Derivatives
simple (adj.) – plain, uncomplicated
simplify (v.) – to make something easier or less complex
simplicity (n.) – the quality of being easy to understand or do
📖 Cultural Story
Originating from Latin 'simplus' (single), 'simple' evolved through Old French and Middle English. The adverbial '-ly' was added in the 14th century to denote manner or degree.
Meaning 2：easily (simply)
simply
/ˈsɪmpli/
adv.
in a way that is easy to understand or do; without difficulty or complications.
easily
➕
/ˈiːzɪli/
adv.
In a way that is straightforward and not complicated; without difficulty.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
To turn on the device, simply press the red button once.
To turn on the device, simply press the red button once.
🔗 Collocations
simply follow – to obey instructions in an uncomplicated way
simply press – to push a button in a straightforward manner
simply connect – to join things without difficulty
🔄 Synonyms
easily (adv.) – without difficulty or effort
straightforwardly (adv.) – in a direct and uncomplicated way
effortlessly (adv.) – without needing to try hard
🚫 Antonyms
difficultly (adv.) – with great effort or trouble
complicatedly (adv.) – in a complex or intricate way
🌱 Derivatives
simple (adj.) – plain, uncomplicated
simplify (v.) – to make something easier or less complex
simplicity (n.) – the quality of being easy to understand or do
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