merely — used to emphasize how small or insignificant someone or something is
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: used to emphasize how small or insignificant someone or something is
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɪrli/
Korean meaning: 단지, 단순히 (작거나 중요하지 않음을 강조)
Korean pronunciation: 미어-리 (강세: 미어)
Example Sentences
- The teacher said it was merely homework, but it felt like climbing Mount Everest.
- He's not a genius; he merely studies 16 hours a day.
- This is merely the beginning of our journey.
merely
ADVERB//ˈmɪrli//
used to emphasize how small or insignificant someone or something is
Just a tiny screw caused this
Merely a photo, but held so dearly and clearly.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'merely' derived from Old English 'mere' meaning pure or undiluted, combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The root 'mere' comes from Latin 'merus' meaning pure or unmixed.
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📝Examples
“The teacher said it was merely homework, but it felt like climbing Mount Everest.”
“He's not a genius; he merely studies 16 hours a day.”
“This is merely the beginning of our journey.”
“I was merely trying to help when I accidentally broke the computer.”
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