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1. solely
adverb. ['ˈsoʊəli'] without any others being included or involved.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- -ly (English)
- -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- sole (English)
- sole (Middle English (1100-1500))
Rhymes with Solely
- crucially
- superficially
How do you pronounce solely?
Pronounce solely as ˈsoʊəli.
US - How to pronounce solely in American English
UK - How to pronounce solely in British English
How do you spell solely? Is it souly ?
A common misspelling of solely is souly
Sentences with solely
1. Adverb
The issue with natural liberty is that the individual is focused solely on himself.
Quotes about solely
1. Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal. My strength lies solely in my tenacity.
- Louis Pasteur
2. The consuming desire of most human beings is deliberately to plant their whole life in the hands of some other person. I would describe this method of searching for happiness as immature. Development of character consists solely in moving toward self-sufficiency.
- Quentin Crisp
3. We live in a beauty-obsessed age and success sometimes appears to hinge solely on the presentation of an image that is acceptable to the press.
- Douglas Booth
