Plainly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpleɪnli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Plainly is an adverb meaning In a plain manner; simply; basically.
Meaning
In a plain manner; simply; basically.
More Meanings
- Obviously; clearly.
Example Sentences
She decorated the room plainly but neatly.
You will see that ours is plainly the better method.
'Tell me plainly what you think of my daughter's little companion.'
Plainly he was prepared to bark out an interminable succession of charges against the Wanderer.
Word Forms
- plainlier
- plainliest
Synonyms for plainly
Depending on context, synonyms include expressly, unambiguously, obviously, plain, evidently, patently.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include apparently, patently, manifestly, obviously, evidently, simply.
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