Only
/ˈəʊn.li/
Only is an adjective, adverb and conjunction with 6 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
adjective
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Without sibling; without a sibling of the same gender.
“He is their only son, in fact, an only child.”
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Alone in a category.
“He is the only doctor for miles.”
adverb
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Without others or anything further; exclusively.
“My heart is hers, and hers only.”
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Used to express surprise or consternation at an action.
“She's only gone and run off with the milkman!”
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Synonyms
lone sole nonpareil peerless unequaled
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