CEFR B2

purely

adverb

Meaning

Entirely and only; for no other reason or purpose.

Examples

His decision was purely based on logic, with no emotional influence.
The event was purely for charity, and all proceeds went to local shelters.

Synonyms: only, solely, entirely, exclusively

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purely (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈpjʊərli/

Definition

Entirely and only; for no other reason or purpose.

Examples

His decision was purely based on logic, with no emotional influence.
The event was purely for charity, and all proceeds went to local shelters.
She chose the dress purely for its comfort, not its style.

Synonyms of purely

Words with a similar meaning to purely:

only
solely
entirely
exclusively

Antonyms of purely

Words with the opposite meaning to purely:

partially
partly

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