Definition of "simply" in Englisch

adverb

1. (manner) In a simple way or state; considered in or by itself; without addition; alone.

2. (manner) Plainly; without art or subtlety

3. (manner) Foolishly; stupidly.

4. (focus) Merely; solely.

   • I was simply asking a question.

5. (degree) absolutely, positively.

   • That was a simply wonderful dessert.
   • This type of comportment simply won't be tolerated.

6. Frankly.

   • Simply, he just fired you.
   • It was, quite simply, the best there was in stock.