simply
Translation
simply, just, merely, absolutely
Examples
I simply followed the instructions.
I simply followed the instructions.
To start, simply press the button.
To start, simply press the button.
The view was simply beautiful.
The view was simply beautiful.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) simply + verb (to just do sth.) I simply don't have the time.
((...)) simply + adjective/adverb (absolutely) It was simply amazing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: just, merely, only, absolutely
Etymology
From the adjective 'simple' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Remember it means 'in a simple way' or 'it is just that'.