schlichtweg
Translation
simply, plainly, downright, absolutely
Examples
Das ist schlichtweg falsch.
That is simply wrong.
Seine Idee war schlichtweg genial.
His idea was downright brilliant.
Grammar Patterns
schlichtweg + adjective simply + adjective That is schlichtweg amazing.
Similar Words
einfach (simply), geradezu (downright), absolut (absolutely)
Etymology
A combination of 'schlicht' (simple, plain) and 'weg' (way, away). It implies 'in a simple way' or 'straight away'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as taking the 'simple way' (schlicht + Weg) to a conclusion. It's so direct, it's 'simply' or 'downright' true.