simply

adverb

(focus) Merely; solely.

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

(manner) Plainly; without art or subtlety

(degree) absolutely, positively.

Frankly.

(manner) Foolishly; stupidly.

Roots

simplussimpl- · Latin · single, simple

Words related to simply

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Where does simply come from?

The word simply breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root simpl-, from Latin simplus (“single, simple”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.