purely

[pyoor-lee]

adverb

1. in a pure manner; without admixture.

2. merely; only; solely.

   purely accidental.

3. entirely; completely.

4. innocently, virtuously, or chastely.

ˈpurely

/ ˈpjʊəlɪ /

adverb

1. in a pure manner

2. entirely

   purely by chance

3. in a chaste or innocent manner

Word History and Origins

Origin of purely¹

First recorded in 1250–1300, purely is from the Middle English word purliche; pure, -ly

Example Sentences

But American consumers probably aren’t buying luxury jewelry purely for its commodity value.

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These stories reflect a shift: rather than being purely thrift-driven, many older Chinese are spending on lifestyle upgrades, health and technology.

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The purely financial consequences of this trend are significant enough.

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“I would’ve thought that any creatures in these trees operate purely from bloodlust.”

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However, what took place at Antikythera, important as it was, was purely a salvage operation.

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