mere — being nothing more than what is specified; used to emphasize how small or insignificant something is
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: being nothing more than what is specified; used to emphasize how small or insignificant something is
Pronunciation (IPA): /mɪr/
Korean meaning: 단지 ~에 불과한, 고작 ~인
Korean pronunciation: 미어 (강세: 미어)
Example Sentences
- He quit his job over a mere dollar raise disagreement.
- The mere mention of homework makes students groan.
- She solved the problem in a mere five minutes.
mere
ADJECTIVE//mɪr//
being nothing more than what is specified; used to emphasize how small or insignificant something is
A large box contains only a mere small item inside.
A mere small gain can’t compare to a loss that feels severe.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'merus'에서 유래되었으며, '순수한, 섞이지 않은'이라는 의미였습니다. 시간이 지나면서 '오직 그것뿐인'이라는 현재의 의미로 발전했습니다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He quit his job over a mere dollar raise disagreement.”
“The mere mention of homework makes students groan.”
“She solved the problem in a mere five minutes.”
“A mere child cannot understand such complex emotions.”
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