solely

[ˈsəʊlli]

solely Definition

  • 1not involving anyone or anything else; only
  • 2to the exclusion of all else

Using solely: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "solely" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The decision was solely his.

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    She is solely responsible for the project's success.

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    He was solely focused on his work.

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    The company is solely owned by one person.

solely Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for solely

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Summary: solely in Brief

The term 'solely' [ˈsəʊlli] means 'not involving anyone or anything else; only' or 'to the exclusion of all else.' It is often used to indicate that something is done by one person or thing alone, as in 'The decision was solely his' or 'The company is solely owned by one person.'

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