simply

[ˈsɪmpli]

simply Definition

• 1. in a way that is easy to understand or do
• 2. used to emphasize the basic truth or simplicity of a situation

Using simply: Examples

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

• Example

  I simply don't have time to help you.

• Example

  It's simply impossible to finish this task by tomorrow.

• Example

  She was simply stunning in her dress.

• Example

  The answer is simply yes or no.

simply Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for simply

• easily
• plainly
• clearly

Antonyms for simply

• complicatedly
• difficultly

Phrases with simply

• simply put

  used to introduce a statement that is expressed in a clear and simple way

  Example

  Simply put, we need more funding to continue our research.

• simply stated

  said or written in a clear and straightforward way

  Example

  The problem, simply stated, is that we don't have enough resources to complete the project.

• simply irresistible

  so attractive or desirable as to be impossible to resist

  Example

  The smell of freshly baked cookies was simply irresistible.

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Summary: simply in Brief

The adverb 'simply' [ˈsɪmpli] denotes ease of understanding or doing, and emphasizes the basic truth or simplicity of a situation. It can be used to describe impossibility, attractiveness, or clarity, as in 'It's simply impossible to finish this task by tomorrow.' 'Simply' appears in phrases like 'simply put,' introducing a clear statement, and 'simply irresistible,' denoting something too attractive to resist.