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sim⋅ply

  [sim-plee]
Use simply in a Sentence
–adverb
1. in a simple manner; clearly and easily.
2. plainly; unaffectedly.
3. sincerely; artlessly: to speak simply as a child.
4. merely; only: It is simply a cold.
5. unwisely; foolishly: If you behave simply toward him, you're bound to be betrayed.
6. wholly; absolutely: simply irresistible.
Origin:
1250–1300; ME simpleliche. See simple, -ly
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sim·ply   (sĭm'plē)   
adv.  

    1. In a plain and unadorned way: dresses simply.

    2. In an unambiguous way; clearly: explained the concept simply.

  2. Not wisely or sensibly; foolishly.

  3. Merely; only: It is simply a matter of time.

  4. Absolutely; altogether: simply delicious.

  5. Frankly; candidly: You are, quite simply, the best candidate for the job.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
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