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Definitions

mere

[meer] / mɪər /
ADJECTIVE
nothing more; absolute
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bare minor pure sheer simple
STRONG
common entire little plain poor small
WEAK
bald blunt complete insignificant pure and simple stark unadorned unadulterated unmitigated unmixed utter very
Antonyms
STRONGEST
decorated indefinite uncertain
STRONG
abnormal big enormous excellent extraordinary great huge immense important large superior uncommon

Example Sentences

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Defining the line between productive uses of capital and mere speculation is a never-ending battle.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

In their disgust with the traditional media, revealed in survey after survey, their feelings are perhaps founded on more than mere prejudice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

But the Reds went all in to splash £116m on Germany international Florian Wirtz, opening the path for City to bring in Cherki for a mere £30m.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Resting state citizenship on residency reinforces the thesis that citizenship generally requires residence, not mere presence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Europe might contain all the cultural capitals and current world powers, but in terms of America's national interest, it was a mere sideshow and distraction.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis