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simply | simpy |

As an adverb simply

is in a simple way or state; considered in or by itself; without addition; alone.

As an adjective simpy is

characteristic of a simp; foolish.

simply

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • (manner) In a simple way or state; considered in or by itself; without addition; alone.
  • (manner) Plainly; without art or subtlety; clearly; obviously; unquestionably.
  • (manner) Weakly; foolishly; stupidly.
    • (Johnson)
  • (focus) Merely; solely.
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  • (degree) absolutely, positively.
  • (speech act) Frankly.

    • Antonyms

    * complexly

    Related terms

    * single

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    simpy

    English

    Adjective

    (er)
  • Characteristic of a simp; foolish
  • * {{quote-news, year=1992, date=March 20, author=Maura Troester, title=All Souls Day, work=Chicago Reader citation
    • , passage=Shirley Anderson does a fine job with this seemingly simpy character, capturing Therese's twisted wisdom and making her seem eerie and radiant with joy at the same time. }}
  • * {{quote-news, year=1995, date=April 28, author=Peter Margasak, title=Spot Check, work=Chicago Reader citation
    • , passage=She's a new-breed singer-songwriter, straddling the line between smart rocker and simpy coffeehouse philosopher. }}
  • * {{quote-news, year=2003, date=March 7, author=Tony Adler, title=Ashley Astor and the Robot Ray Caper, work=Chicago Reader citation
    • , passage=The trouble with adults is that they think children's shows have to teach simpy little Life Lessons. }}