only (Meaning)
only (s)
being the only one; single and isolated from others
exclusive of anyone or anything else
only (r)
and nothing more
without any others being included or involved
with nevertheless the final result
in the final outcome
except that
never except when
as recently as
only (a.)
One alone; single; as, the only man present; his only occupation.
Alone in its class; by itself; not associated with others of the same class or kind; as, an only child.
Hence, figuratively: Alone, by reason of superiority; preeminent; chief.
In one manner or degree; for one purpose alone; simply; merely; barely.
So and no otherwise; no other than; exclusively; solely; wholly.
Singly; without more; as, only-begotten.
Above all others; particularly.
only (conj.)
Save or except (that); -- an adversative used elliptically with or without that, and properly introducing a single fact or consideration.
Synonyms & Antonyms of only
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only Sentence Examples
- Only the chosen few were granted access to the secret chamber.
- John was the only person in the room who knew the answer.
- He had only three days to complete the task.
- She was the only one who could understand his pain.
- The doctor had only a moment to make a decision.
- Only the bravest would dare to face the monster.
- The painting was only a copy, not the original.
- He had only one chance to prove himself.
- The truth was known only to a select few.
- The door could be opened only with a special key.
FAQs About the word only
being the only one; single and isolated from others, exclusive of anyone or anything else, and nothing more, without any others being included or involved, with
exclusively, solely,just, purely, simply, mainly, generally, largely, mostly,alone
likewise,also, also, likewise,additionally, besides, additionally, besides,
Only the chosen few were granted access to the secret chamber.
John was the only person in the room who knew the answer.
He had only three days to complete the task.
She was the only one who could understand his pain.
