Simply

/ˈsɪm.plɪ/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

in a straightforward or uncomplicated manner; just.

She explained the concept simply so everyone could understand.

used to emphasize a statement or idea.

This is simply the best cake I have ever tasted.

merely; only.

He is simply a friend, nothing more.

without any extra details or complexity.

You can simply click the button to start the process.

to indicate that something is easy or obvious.

Simply follow the instructions, and you'll be fine.

From Middle English simplye, from Old French simplement, from Latin simpliciter.

simply put

Explained in a straightforward way.

simply amazing

Remarkably good or impressive.

simply the best

Unquestionably the best.

simple

Easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty.

simplify

Make something easier to do or understand.

simplicity

The quality or condition of being easy to understand or do.

Just for the sake of it.

I did it simply because I could.

Without any frills or extras.

We're going for a simply casual look today.