Meaning & Definition of word "Purely"
Purely
/ˈpjʊrli/
adverb:
- 1. In a pure manner; without mixture or dilution; solely.
- Example: His motivations for helping were purely altruistic.
- 2. Entirely or exclusively.
- Example: The decision was purely financial and had nothing to do with personal feelings.
- 3. For the sake of something's essence or authenticity.
- Example: She was purely focused on completing her project.
- 4. Only; simply.
- Example: This is purely a theoretical discussion.
- 5. In a way that is not influenced by any other factor.
- Example: The results were purely coincidental.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old French 'purlie', from Latin 'purus' (pure).
Common Phrases and Expressions
purely coincidental:
happening by chance without any connection to other events.
purely academic:
related only to theoretical matters, without practical application.
purely speculative:
based on guesswork rather than concrete evidence.
Related Words
pure:
not mixed or adulterated; free from any contamination.
purify:
to make pure by removing contaminants.
Slang Meanings of purely
Meaning: Just for the sake of it
● Example Sentence: I did it purely for fun.
Meaning: Only for a specific purpose
● Example Sentence: She called me purely for the gossip.