Bare

/bɛər/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To uncover or reveal; to expose.

He bared his soul to her, sharing his deepest thoughts.

adjective

Lacking covering or clothing; exposed.

He walked on the beach with bare feet.

Without the usual adornments or accessories; plain.

The room had bare walls and no furniture.

Only just sufficient; minimal.

She was left with barely enough money to cover her expenses.

Old English 'bær', meaning 'without covering' or 'exposed'.

bare minimum

The smallest amount or degree required.

bare hands

With no tools or weapons; using only one's hands.

bare one's soul

To reveal one's innermost thoughts or feelings.

naked

Lacking clothing; exposed.

stripped

Deprived of coverings or contents.

exposed

Made visible or uncovered.

Very much; extremely.

That party was bare fun!

Used to emphasize quantity or intensity.

I was bare tired after that workout.