only

UK
/ˈəʊnli/
US
/ˈoʊnli/

Translations

onlyadjective
UK
/ˈəʊnli/
US
/ˈoʊnli/
onlyadverb
UK
/ˈəʊnli/
US
/ˈoʊnli/
onlyconjunction
UK
/ˈəʊnli/
US
/ˈoʊnli/

Definitions

onlyadjective
Being the single one or sole of its kind.
She was the only person to finish the race.
onlyadverb
Used to show that something is limited to the objects mentioned.
Only he could do that.
Used to show an object is limited it size, price etc.
The book is only 10 dollars!
Used to emphasize something is natural or fair.
It's only fair that the company makes good money from high quality products.
onlyconjunction
Used to demonstarte what is the reason for inability to perform an action.