simply

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière simple ou sans difficulté » ou « sans complication ». S'emploie aussi pour renforcer une affirmation au sens de « absolument » ou « tout simplement ».

An adverb meaning "in a straightforward or uncomplicated manner" or "without difficulty." It is also used for emphasis to mean "absolutely" or "just."

1. In a straightforward mannerA2formal

   In a way that is easy to understand or not complicated.

   de manière simple

   • She explained the problem simply.
   • He simply stated the facts without any emotion.
   • The instructions were written simply for everyone to follow.

   Synonymesclearlyplainlystraightforwardly

   Antonymescomplexlyelaboratelyintricately

2. Used for emphasisB1informal

   Used to emphasize how true or extreme something is.

   simplement (emphase)

   • That is simply amazing!
   • I simply cannot believe what I just heard.
   • She simply refused to accept the offer.

   Synonymesabsolutelycompletelypositivelyreallytotallyunquestionablyutterly

3. Only or merelyB1formal

   Used to indicate that something is nothing more than what is stated.

   simplement, seulement

   • It is simply a matter of time before they arrive.
   • He is simply a friend, nothing more.
   • The problem is simply a lack of communication.

   Synonymesjustmerelyonlypurelysolely