merely
ADV
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[/ˈmɪrli/en-US]
solamente
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solo
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simplemente
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nada más
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(The word 'merely' conveys a nuance of exclusivity that may not be fully captured in a single Spanish word.)
Antonyms
exceedingly
Used to emphasize that something is no more than, nothing more than, or nothing else but what is stated; it indicates that something is simple, unimportant, or not as significant as might be suggested. It often serves to downplay or limit the scope of something.
- It was merely a misunderstanding, nothing serious. — It was simply a minor mistake, not a significant issue.
- She didn't create the entire project; she merely contributed a small part. — Her role was limited to a small contribution, not the whole project.
- He's merely a child; don't expect him to understand complex concepts. — He is only a child, so his ability to grasp complex ideas is limited.
- The problem was merely postponed, not solved. — The issue was only delayed and still needs to be resolved.