Dictionary entryCEFR B2adverb

purely

IPA pronunciation: /ˈpjʊəli/

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Russian meaning

чисто, исключительно

English definition

Completely and only; without anything else being involved.

Example

The decision was made purely on the basis of cost.

Collocations

purely coincidental
purely for pleasure
purely academic

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